Carl Roberts 
StudioCanal, LD Entertainment, Lucky Red, and Magnolia Mae Films announce the new movie, Elsinore, starring Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman.
StudioCanal, LD Entertainment, Lucky Red, and Magnolia Mae Films announce the new movie, Elsinore, starring Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman. The film stars BAFTA winner and multi-Golden Globe nominee Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers, Ripley, Pressure). It also stars Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Emmy winner Olivia Colman (The Favourite, The Crown, The Lost Daughter).
BAFTA-nominated Simon Stone (The Dig) directs ELSINORE, which is based on the life of Ian Charleson, written by BAFTA winner and Golden Globe nominee Stephen Beresford (Pride). Andrea Occhipinti of Lucky Red (Il Divo, Everybody Knows) produces with Gabrielle Tana of Magnolia Mae Films (The Dig, Philomena). They are joined by Pete Shilaimon and Mickey Liddell of LD Entertainment. Furthermore, Stefano Massenzi and Carolyn Marks Blackwood join as producers.
Andrew Scott is also a producer on the powerful, deeply moving, and inspiring true story of the actor Ian Charleson. He faced incredible odds while preparing to give the performance of his life in Hamlet at the National Theatre in London. Stephen Beresford is also an EP on the film. Additionally, Ethan Silverman, who originated the project, is involved. ELSINORE will also feature an ensemble of acclaimed British actors to be announced closer to production.
BEHIND THE PRODUCTION
STUDIOCANAL is financing the film with LD pre-buying in North America. Ron Halpern, EVP Global Production, and Joe Naftalin, SVP Global Production, will oversee STUDIOCANAL. The studio will release theatrically in the UK & Ireland, France, Germany, Poland, Benelux, Australia, and New Zealand, with distribution in Italy by LUCKY RED. Mike Eley (The Dig) is DOP; Helen Scott (Living) is Production Designer; Mel Page (The Dig) is Costume Designer; Valerio Bonelli (Darkest Hour) is Editor;Â Jessica Ronane (Emma) is casting the film. ELSINORE will shoot January 5, 2026.
SIMON STONE
“This is one of the most exciting projects I’ve ever been involved in. Stephen Beresford’s screenplay is both heartbreaking and hilarious, a beautiful ode to the power of community in times of crisis. Andrew Scott is one of the greatest actors of his generation as Ian Charleson was: it’s momentous casting.” Said Simon Stone.
STUDIOCANAL
ELSINORE reunites STUDIOCANAL with Andrew Scott following the production of PRESSURE this year. PRESSURE opens in cinemas worldwide in 2026, produced and developed by STUDIOCANAL with Working Title. Most recently, Olivia Colman starred in and produced STUDIOCANAL’s WICKED LITTLE LETTERS and also starred in PADDINGTON IN PERU for the studio. STUDIOCANAL is coming off a string of critical and commercial successes, including PADDINGTON IN PERU, WE LIVE IN TIME, and BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY. PADDINGTON THE MUSICAL has now opened at The Savoy Theatre in London’s West End to rave reviews, already extending its run to February 2027.
Elsinore is currently in production.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
