Star Wars starting to land in Cleveleys

The craft are arriving as the Star Wars universe prepares to land in Cleveleys.
By Tony Durkin
Published 28th Apr 2021, 10:27 GMT
Updated 28th Apr 2021, 11:28 GMT
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Fans of the galactic saga have been buzzing with excitement as a film crew prepares to begin production in Disney’s latest instalment.

Production crews understood to be E&E Industries at Pinewood Studios – who have previously been tied to Star Wars – have arrived for eight days of filming for an unnamed 12-part series.

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Road closures will be in place from Friday to May 11 on sections of the promenade, while filming is underway.

Part of the set for filming arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy DiamondPart of the set for filming arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy Diamond
Part of the set for filming arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy Diamond
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Filming has already been underway at London’s Pinewood Studios and is expected to run into the summer.

The 12-part live-action prequel series telling the story of the rebel spy Cassian Andor was confirmed by Disney CEO Bob Iger late last year, with Mexican actor Diego Luna set to reprise his role as Andor.

It is currently scheduled to air on the Disney + streaming channel in 2022.

Trucks with film set sections arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy DiamondTrucks with film set sections arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy Diamond
Trucks with film set sections arriving in Cleveleys. Picture: Craig Newman/Scruffy Diamond
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