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Amazon’s Fourth Wing Show Reportedly Set to Start Filming Soon
Amazon’s adaptation of the fantasy series *Fourth Wing* is reportedly nearing production, with filming expected to begin in Vancouver in April 2027. The schedule suggests the series is moving beyond pre-production and gives fans a clearer idea of when the story may reach the screen.
A report focused on productions filmed in British Columbia says filming is due to run from 5 April to 8 November 2027, though other locations have not been confirmed. Esther McGregor is set to play Violet Sorrengail and Emilio Sakraya will play Xaden Riorson; a 2028 release is considered possible, but no release date has been announced.
In short
- Filming is reportedly due to start in Vancouver on 5 April 2027.
- The seven-month shoot is scheduled to end on 8 November.
- A 2028 release is possible, but unconfirmed.
Explained simply
Fourth Wing is a fantasy novel by American author Rebecca Yarros and the first book in a planned series. It follows Violet Sorrengail, a young woman sent to a military college where candidates train to become dragon riders.
The story centres on Violet’s struggle to survive the dangerous training and her relationships with other cadets, including Xaden Riorson. Amazon is developing the screen adaptation, with Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya named for those roles. The series brings a bestselling book to television and may introduce its characters and fantasy world to a wider audience.
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