Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy is an upcoming romantic comedy film and the fourth installment in the Bridget Jones series. Directed by Michael Morris, the movie is based on Helen Fielding’s 2013 novel of the same name. Renée Zellweger returns as Bridget Jones, alongside Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, and Emma Thompson. New cast members include Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall, and Isla Fisher. The movie will be released on Peacock (U.S.) on February 13, 2025, and in theaters internationally on February 14, 2025.
Where Was Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Filmed?
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy was filmed in London and the Lake District from May to August 2024. Many famous locations in Hampstead, Sky Studios Elstree, and central London were used, along with scenic spots in the Lake District. Here’s a closer look at some of the filming locations.
Hampstead, London
In this film, Bridget has moved from Borough Market to Hampstead, a charming area in north London. Director Michael Morris, who grew up in Hampstead, wanted to capture the area’s family-friendly atmosphere.
- Bridget’s House – The exterior is a real Victorian house in Hampstead, showcasing the area’s unique beauty. The interior scenes were filmed at Sky Studios Elstree, where a detailed set was built to reflect Bridget’s chaotic but cozy home.
- Flask Walk – This cobblestone street is lined with pubs and cafes. Bridget is seen buying Mabel a hot chocolate here while on the way to Billy’s school play. The Flask pub (14 Flask Walk, NW3 1HE) was decorated for a Christmas scene, even though filming happened in summer.
- Parliament Hill, Hampstead Heath – A key scene takes place at a large oak tree on Parliament Hill, where Bridget meets Roxster (Leo Woodall). To avoid damaging the tree, special fake branches were attached during filming.
- Christ Church Primary School – This school is featured as Galsworthy House School and serves as Billy and Mabel’s school in the film. However, interior school scenes were filmed at Yerbury Primary School in Islington.
- Normansfield Theatre, Teddington – The Christmas play scene was filmed in this Grade II-listed theater at the Langdon Down Centre (Langdon Park, TW11 9PS).
City of London
- Better Women HQ – Bridget works at a company called Better Women. The exterior was filmed at Moor House (120 London Wall, EC2Y 5ET), a modern curved building in the heart of London. The interiors were shot at BBC’s White City studios (101 Wood Ln, W12 7FA), the same place where shows like The Graham Norton Show are filmed. Real BBC employees even appeared as extras in the movie.
Lake District, England
Bridget joins Billy’s class on a school trip to the Lake District, a famous national park in northwest England. The production team searched for the perfect barn to film a scene where the group shelters during a storm. The stunning landscape and countryside add to the movie’s charm.
Petersham House, Richmond
A garden party scene was filmed at Petersham House (Richmond TW10 7AA), home to the owners of Petersham Nurseries. This location features a tennis court, vegetable garden, and a swimming pool—where Roxster rescues a dog in a dramatic moment. Petersham House occasionally opens to visitors through the National Garden Scheme, with the next open day on April 13, 2025.
When Did the Filming of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Take Place?
Filming took place over 12 weeks, from May 10 to August 8, 2024. The summer season allowed the production to shoot outdoor scenes in Hampstead and the Lake District while also preparing Christmas-themed settings for the film’s timeline.
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FAQ
Q: Where was Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy filmed?
A: The movie was filmed in London, the Lake District, and at Sky Studios Elstree between May and August 2024.
Q: Where is Bridget’s house in the new movie?
A: Bridget’s house is now in Hampstead, London. The exterior is a real Victorian house in Hampstead, while the interior was filmed on a set at Sky Studios Elstree.
Q: Where was the Better Women office filmed?
A: The exterior of Bridget’s workplace was filmed at Moor House in the City of London. The interior scenes were shot at BBC’s White City studios.
Q: What locations were used for the school trip scene?
A: The Lake District was used for the school trip scenes, including a barn where the group shelters from a storm.
Q: When will Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy be released?
A: The film will be available on Peacock (U.S.) on February 13, 2025, and in theaters internationally on February 14, 2025.