Netflix Goes Big in the UK: New Production Hub at Shepperton Studios
Netflix is turning up the heat in the UK, and this time it’s the studio factor that’s sizzling.
Breaking Down the Numbers
- More than 10 million UK subscribers are on board.
- Netflix will occupy 435,000 square feet—that’s roughly the size of 35 football fields.
- First feature set to roll in October: The Old Guard, starring the indomitable Charlize Theron and the charismatic Chiwetel Ejiofor.
Why This Matters
“Shepperton has been synonymous with world‑class film for nearly a century.” – Ted Sarandos, chief content officer at Netflix
With this investment, British talent gets gritty, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a platform that truly shines on the global stage.
Word from the Industry
Adrian Wootton (British Film Commission): “It’s a huge vote of confidence in our creative sector and solidifies the UK as the top choice for film and TV production.”
Paul Golding (Pinewood Group chairman): “This deal gives our company the confidence we need to push forward with the £500m expansion at Shepperton, ensuring the ongoing success of UK film and TV.”
Simon Calvert (CBRE director): “With an enormous talent pool, property owners of large industrial spaces are pulling in inquiries from all the big film players.”
Ridley Scott (director of Alien): “Pinewood is a historic gem—one of the most efficient places I know worldwide.”
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