Ghosts Film Adaptation Begins Shooting in Surrey as Beloved BBC Cast Reunites
Production is underway in Surrey on a feature film adaptation of the beloved BBC sitcom Ghosts, with the original cast reuniting to bring the inhabitants of Button House to the big screen for the first time in a project that has delighted fans of the long-running comedy series.
The film, titled Ghosts: The Possession of Button House, began shooting in March 2026 and is currently in production at locations across Surrey. It is directed by Simon Hynd and produced by Monumental Pictures, the production company behind the original television series.
The Cast and Story
Original cast members including Charlotte Ritchie, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, and Matthew Baynton are reprising their roles as the living and ghostly inhabitants of Button House, the crumbling country estate at the heart of the series. The film's title suggests a supernatural storyline that will take the familiar characters in a new and potentially darker direction.
The BBC sitcom, which ran for five series and became one of the corporation's most successful comedies of recent years, follows the story of a young couple who inherit a haunted country house and must learn to coexist with its eccentric ghostly residents. The show attracted millions of viewers and spawned a successful American adaptation.
Fan Reaction
The announcement of the film adaptation was met with enormous enthusiasm from the show's devoted fanbase, who had been hoping for a continuation of the story following the series finale. The reunion of the original cast has been particularly welcomed, with many fans expressing relief that the beloved characters will be played by the actors who made them famous.
UK Film Industry Context
The production is part of a broader wave of major film and television projects currently shooting across the UK and Ireland, reflecting the continued strength of the British creative industries. Other productions currently in production include a new Luther film starring Idris Elba, a Tomb Raider adaptation featuring Sophie Turner, and a new series of Wednesday filming in Ireland.
Why It Matters
For British comedy fans, the Ghosts film represents a rare opportunity to see a beloved ensemble cast reunite for a project that promises to honour the spirit of the original series while taking the story in a new direction. The film is expected to be released in cinemas, though a release date has not yet been confirmed.
What's Next
Production is expected to continue through the spring and summer of 2026, with post-production work likely to take the project into late 2026 or early 2027. Read more at Screen Daily.
