The filming of a new Christmas action comedy film, staring a host of well-known Netflix actors, is taking place in Reading this month.
Reading-born producer Jamie McLeod-Ross (The Reckoning) has been part of the team that has put together this festive film with a twist.
He is the founder of Empire Studios and has created a total of 38 films across several countries.
Empire Studios and Stryke-Force Films have teamed up to produce the Christmas flick Jingle All The Slay starring Nick Sagar and Ricky Norwood.
The Princess Switch actors, Mark Fleischmann and Florence Hall have also been spotted at different filming locations across Reading
The film’s official synopsis reads: Hank Carter, a highly skilled hitman, has one last chance to save his marriage. Determined to give his family the perfect Christmas at a luxurious lake mansion, Hank tries to hide his dangerous profession.
But when a bounty is placed on his head, waves of holiday-themed hitmen descend on the mansion, and Hank must fend them off using every Christmas decoration in sight—all while keeping his family in the dark.
Eastenders Famous Character Ricky Norwood ‘Fatboy’ has also joined the cast playing comedy character Clive in the film.
Alongside producers, Jamie McLeod-Ross (The Reckoning), Charley McDougall, Nick Sagar, and Bradley Stryker, executive producers include Arthur Corber, Stryke-Force Films, and Empire Studios.
Sagar, Norwood, and Adeosun all previously starred together in The Princess Switch.
Bradley Stryker, best known for Terrifier 3, will direct the film and Charley McDougall has written the script for the film.
"Filming in Reading is so special to me because my family is from here and I grew up here," Jamie said.
"We were able to film in all the locations I know from growing up here like local bakeries, restaurants and Lagoona Park - which my family owns."
“The team has loved working and staying in Reading. It's so good that they can just step off the plane at Heathrow and then it is only a quick drive into Berkshire."
The Berkshire town has become a popular location for filming due to its proximity to London and amount of diverse and distinctive areas.
The new Shinfield Studios, located just a stone's throw from Reading, has already attracted American production companies for a host of Hollywood blockbusters. Some of the latest films shot in the Berkshire studios include Star Wars and Ghost Busters.
A local film crew was used for the Reading filming of Jingle All The Slay, including extras from the University of Reading.
Jamies has outlined his desire to create a hub in his hometown for filmmakers to come together.
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