“Ahsoka” Season 2 Production Moves To The UK

A New Direction For The Star Wars Series

Production on the second season of Star Wars: Ahsoka is set to shift overseas, moving from California to the United Kingdom, according to a recent report by IndieWire. This marks a significant change for Lucasfilm, as Ahsoka is currently the only project the studio has in active pre-production. Filming is slated to begin in April 2025.

The first season of Ahsoka — along with other Star Wars series like The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and the newly released Skeleton Crew — was shot at Manhattan Beach Studios in Los Angeles. These productions also relied heavily on "Volume" Stagecraft technology, a system that uses wraparound video screens to create immersive environments. This approach has been a hallmark of recent Lucasfilm projects, providing a seamless blend of digital and practical effects.

However, not all Star Wars projects have followed this formula. The critically acclaimed Andor and the more divisive The Acolyte were primarily filmed in the UK with minimal use of the Volume technology. With Ahsoka Season 2 moving to the UK, it seems the series may adopt a broader range of filming techniques compared to its Volume-centric first season.

This shift comes during a period of declining production activity in Los Angeles.

Reports indicate that production levels in the city during the summer of 2023 were the second-lowest on record, even worse than during the industry-wide strikes of that year. In contrast, the UK has remained a robust hub for major film and television productions, offering substantial incentives and a diverse range of locations.

Fans of Ahsoka can expect a fresh approach to the series’ visual storytelling in its second season. By incorporating different filming techniques, Lucasfilm may be aiming to achieve a richer, more dynamic look, similar to what audiences experienced with Andor.

As Star Wars continues to expand its universe, this production shift might signal a new chapter in how the galaxy far, far away comes to life on screen.

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Source: Dark Horizons

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