Testimonials
Nick Goldsmith: Producer
The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and Son of Rambow
"After growing up in Elstree and visiting the studios as a kid, it was really special to come back and actually shoot our first film here. Hitchhikers was an amazing experience for us, and Elstree studios became our home for most of that year. So much so, that when we made our next film Son of Rambow, it did not take much time to decide to base ourselves at Elstree once again!"
Justin Chadwick: Director
The Other Boleyn Girl
"I shot my first TV Film drama at Elstree so it was great to shoot my first feature there. The Studio has an intimate and friendly atmosphere with great facilities and staff. I look forward to returning!"
Mark Cooper: Co Producer
Amazing Grace and The Other Boleyn Girl
"I really like the fact that Elstree is the only independent major film studios in London and can give a very personal and boutique service to the more demanding producers today in the British Film Industry."
Eric Bana: Actor
The Other Boleyn Girl
"I found the facilities at Elstree way above what I'm used to experiencing elsewhere. The dressing rooms were like a second home and really added to the enjoyment of the shoot."
Mikael Håfström: Director
Derailed and 1408
"After a great experience shooting Derailed at Elstree it was just natural for me to come back with 1408. That's what we all wanted to do. There is also a fun historic twist to this: Stanley Kubrick shot The Shining at Elstree 25 years ago. And here we are with another Stephen King Story about a writer and a spooky hotel! So it was bit like coming home again; the professionalism of the people in charge and a "family atmosphere" are the reasons we will soon be back again. There are still a lot of stories to be told. "
Lorenzo DiBonaventura: Producer
Derailed and 1408
"Among Elstree's many attributes is a family-like environment that helps make the filmmaking process more congenial and more productive."
Paul Kirrage: Director
Dancing on Ice
"I had the most enjoyable time working at Elstree. Without exception all of your people were fabulous! They were friendly, helpful and efficient which made it a pleasure working there. The stage was ideal for our production. As the demand for programming mushroomed and the numbers of people involved increased, your facilities coped with it all admirably and we felt very comfortable in our "ice home" on stage 2."
Steve Springford: Production Manager
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
"Using Elstree Film Studios as a permanent base and home for the UK production of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? has been a tremendous success not least in terms of allowing us to accommodate large numbers of contestants, crews and audiences with ease and efficiency. The back-up from the support staff is superb and help is always at hand when we need it."
Chris Tarrant: Presenter
Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?
"The Studio people at Elstree have been fantastic over the years. It has almost become a second home for myself, the producers and the crew. We've now done around 400 programmes of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and the facilities, the back up and most important of all the bar staff couldn't be more friendly or hardworking. We've had a fantastic time at Elstree and we hope to continue working there for many more years to come."
Davina McCall: Presenter
Big Brother
"I have the same dressing room as Gwenyth Paltrow and Jennifer Anniston... it's worth coming back just for that!!! I love it at Elstree because I've had so many really happy times here. I also live in hope of meeting the Tweenies... you never know!"
Celia Costas: Executive Producer
Closer
"I will never forget the gracious reception that I received from Elstree in my many preliminary phone calls from America. You made me feel confident that whatever my needs or particular problems were, you would give them your up most consideration. The experience of preparing to film in London improved exceptionally once we made the decision to shoot at Elstree. Stages 1 and 2 are among the best available in London and the support space was outstanding, from our wonderful production offices to the new beautifully appointed dressing rooms. I have shot all over the United States and in several foreign countries and can say I have never been happier nor been treated better."
Helen Cadwallader: Director
Wish Films
"Iain, Will and I are coming up to our 10 year Anniversary at Elstree Studios and we hope to celebrate our 20th Anniversary here too!"
Rick McCallum: Producer
Star Wars
"We were thrilled to have the opportunity to return to Elstree Studios and to once again work with Britain's great technicians. In truth, for us all stages are pretty much the same. What distinguishes one studio from another is the people who run it. At Elstree the Studios provided us with the most efficient, organised and dedicated team, who were always able to adapt and respond immediately to our complex and technically challenging production requirements."
Martin Freeman: Actor
The Hitchhikers Guide To The Galaxy
"Filming at Elstree was a real pleasure. Not only was it near for me as a North Londoner, but the whole atmosphere was professional and friendly. The dressing rooms are a treat too - nicer than most hotels!"