Ella Enchanted (2004) Filming Locations and Cast Details

Ella Enchanted (2004) Filming Locations and Cast Details

This article focuses on the movies “Ella Enchanted” (2004) and “Elizabeth: The Golden Age” (2007). It discusses who played specific roles in the movies and the unique facts about the films, as well as where they were filmed. The aim of this piece is to enlighten you about some interesting tidbits on the making of these films and their behind-the-scenes events.

Where it Filmed?

“Ella Enchanted” was filmed at multiple locations in Ireland. The first was Ardmore Studios, followed by Humewood Castle, Kilruddery House, and Powerscourt in County Wicklow. The production took place from August to December 2002.

“Elizabeth: The Golden Age” was filmed at various spots in the UK, including London, Cambridgeshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Hampshire, Surrey, West Sussex, Somerset, and Scotland. The London-based Westminster Cathedral was used to depict the Spanish court. Ely Cathedral was used for several scenes, including those that required the ‘Whitehall’ court set. Staring actors in the film were Cate Blanchett, Geoffrey Rush, Clive Owen and others.MV5BMTQ5MTEwOTQ5NF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNjM0MjAwMjE@. V1 QL75 UX820

Cast Details

Cast Name Role
Anne Hathaway Ella
Hugh Dancy Char
Cary Elwes Edgar
Joanna Lumley Dame Olga
Lucy Punch Hattie
Jennifer Higham Olive
Minnie Driver Mandy
Eric Idle Narrator
Steve Coogan Heston (voice)
Jimi Mistry Benny
Vivica A. Fox Lucinda
Parminder Nagra Areida
Jim Carter Nish
Patrick Bergin Sir Peter
Donna Dent Ella’s Mother
Ankita Malkan Young Areida
Sally-Ann Tingle Mean Little Girl
Aimee Brigg Ella (Aged 8)
Helen Norton Prof. Edith
Emmet Kirwan Vendor
Christopher Kelly Salesman
Audrey Hamm Perfume Sprayer
Mikel Murfi Mall Cop
Rory Keenan Otto
Aaron Monaghan Pug
Heidi Klum Brumhilda
Alvaro Lucchesi Koopooduk
Paraic Breathnach Ogre No. 2
Daniel Naprous Ogre No. 3
Pat Kinevane Make-Up Artist
Andrea Irvine Tour Guide
Merrina Millsapp Hall of Records Attendant
Amelia Crowley Fairy Administrator
Alan Kelly Dancer
Jonathan Delaney Tynan Trumpter (uncredited)
Trevor Fehin Royal Courtier (uncredited)
David Gilna Elf (uncredited)
Johnny Tri Nguyen Red Knight (uncredited)
Anna Nugent Backing Singer (Giant) (uncredited)
Tommy O’Haver Squirrel-on-a-Stick Vendor (uncredited)
Rachel Rath Elf (uncredited)
Claire Michelle Scally Background Artist (uncredited)
Gerry Wade Wedding Giant (uncredited)
Howard Wilson Giant (Bongo player) (uncredited)
Ron Yuan Red Guard (uncredited)

Trivia and Facts

In the movie “Elizabeth: The Golden Age”, the character of Sir Walter Raleigh was more prominent than Sir Francis Drake’s, a decision that caused a bit of controversy. Westminster Cathedral, used to portray the Spanish court, was once used as a ‘Russian’ church. Ely Cathedral, another filming location, has been used in movies like “The Other Boleyn Girl” and “The King’s Speech”.

The ‘Thames’ River from which the Queen’s barge floated was not the actual Thames, but the River Cam in Cambridge. Hatfield House in Hertfordshire depicted two separate locations in the film. Buckinghamshire’s Dorney Court was used to portray Walter Raleigh’s house.

Geo Location Details

  • Location Name: Ardmore Studios, Herbert Road, Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
    • Latitude: 53.196698
    • Longitude: -6.1249014
    • Place ID: ChIJWSWEbtanZ0gRHKkTr9FMPYA
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Herbert Rd, Killarney, Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
    • Timezone: Europe/Dublin
  • Location Name: Kilruddery House, Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
    • Latitude: 53.1795604
    • Longitude: -6.105066
    • Place ID: ChIJWSD6ppqoZ0gRH4Azy3v7p7Q
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Garden House, Kilruddery Demesne West, Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
    • Timezone: Europe/Dublin
  • Location Name: Powerscourt, County Wicklow, Ireland
    • Latitude: 53.1842905
    • Longitude: -6.1866837
    • Place ID: ChIJp-IbAv2mZ0gRvIV9f0y-uz0
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Powerscourt House & Gardens, Powerscourt Demesne, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
    • Timezone: Europe/Dublin
  • Location Name: Ireland
    • Latitude: 53.77975540000001
    • Longitude: -7.3055309
    • Place ID: ChIJj2lzXZ5hXkgRjcZqTUQ5m8o
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Ireland
    • Timezone: Europe/Dublin