Brad Pitt, Henry Cavill and ‘Bridgerton’ Among Raft of High-Profile Shoots
The UK and Ireland are currently experiencing a golden age of film and high-end television production, with a host of major international projects choosing to shoot on location in the two countries. The boom is providing a major boost to the creative sector and cementing the region’s reputation as a world-class production hub.
Ireland’s Hollywood Appeal
Ireland is currently playing host to a number of high-profile productions, drawn by its stunning landscapes and attractive tax incentives. Oscar-winning director Lenny Abrahamson is in Dublin shooting *Hillside Drive*, starring Eve Hewson, while the epic drama *The Riders*, featuring Brad Pitt and Julianne Nicholson, is filming across multiple counties. The third season of the Netflix smash hit *Wednesday* is also in production in Ireland. The influx of these large-scale projects is creating thousands of jobs for local crews and providing a significant economic boost to the areas in which they are filming.
Blockbuster Britain
The UK is also a hive of production activity, with a string of blockbuster movies currently in the works. The live-action sequel to *How To Train Your Dragon* is shooting, as is a reimagining of the 80s classic *Highlander*, starring Henry Cavill. Guy Ritchie is also back in action with *Viva La Madness*, starring Jason Statham. On the television front, the fifth series of the global phenomenon *Bridgerton* is filming in London. The sheer volume and scale of these productions is a testament to the UK’s world-class infrastructure, talented workforce, and supportive government policies.
A Global Hub for Creativity
The current production boom is no accident. It is the result of years of investment in studio facilities, skills development, and financial incentives. Both the UK and Ireland have successfully positioned themselves as attractive and competitive destinations for international productions. The benefits of this are clear to see, not just in the economic impact, but also in the cultural vibrancy that these projects bring. The creative industries are a major success story for both countries, and the current boom shows no signs of slowing down. As long as the cameras keep rolling, the UK and Ireland will continue to be at the heart of the global entertainment industry.
Source: Based on reporting from Screen Daily. For more details, visit Screen Daily.
