Production Park in Wakefield has landed its first major TV commission as the production hub for Netflix’s upcoming drama, Adolescence.
- The series features a stellar cast, including Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty, bringing depth to this one-shot crime drama.
- Filming took place over six months at Production Park, with its newest stage Studio 005 central to the production’s extensive set builds.
- The production has collaborated with ScreenSkills, focusing on local talent development through its outreach programmes.
- Adolescence will debut on Netflix in 2025, further showcasing Yorkshire as a prime filming location.
Production Park in Wakefield has reached a significant milestone by securing its first major television commission, hosting the production of Netflix’s new drama, Adolescence. This highly anticipated series brings a gripping tale of a family’s ordeal when a thirteen-year-old is implicated in the murder of a teenage girl.
The production boasts a noteworthy cast with Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty, who unite to amplify the narrative’s intensity. Under the direction of Philip Barantini, known for his continuous shot techniques heralded in Boiling Point, each episode of Adolescence promises to maintain this visually immersive style.
Over the summer, the cast and crew were based at Production Park, which adapted its newest stage, Studio 005, for the drama’s demanding set requirements. Known for large-scale arena productions, Studio 005 proved its versatility by accommodating comprehensive internal set builds and an exterior extension.
Collaboration played a pivotal role, with the production team working closely with Production Park’s studio experts to identify and utilise local areas suitable for filming, all within a reasonable distance from the primary set.
Additionally, this venture included a partnership with ScreenSkills to run an outreach programme aimed at nurturing local talent. Kaye Elliott of ScreenSkills highlighted the initiative’s success in providing local residents with a unique opportunity to explore careers in television, an industry often perceived as inaccessible. This engagement underlines a commitment to socio-economic diversity and regional talent development.
Scheduled for a 2025 release on Netflix, Adolescence positions Yorkshire as a prominent location for high-profile productions, continuing to attract major film and television projects to the area.
The production of Adolescence marks a milestone for Production Park, enhancing its reputation as a versatile and innovative filming location.