Key Takeaways
- Toronto is buzzing with major productions in 2025, from hit streaming series to new feature films.
- Popular shows like Ginny & Georgia and Murdoch Mysteries continue to anchor the city’s reputation as Hollywood North.
- Several high-profile projects, including a The Boys prequel and Eli Roth’s Ice Cream Man, are now in production.
Toronto’s Role in Film and TV
Toronto remains one of North America’s top filming hubs, drawing in both television and feature film productions. Its versatile cityscapes, world-class studios, and generous tax incentives have made it a magnet for filmmakers and streaming giants alike. For aspiring actors, crew, and entertainment professionals, the city offers a steady stream of opportunities to get involved with high-profile projects.
Current Productions in Toronto
Interview With The Vampire
The gothic hit continues production in Toronto, with filming scheduled through fall 2025. Known for its moody visuals and complex storytelling, this series is creating plenty of casting and crew opportunities locally.
Interview with the Vampire is a gothic horror television series developed by Rolin Jones for AMC, based on Anne Rice’s The Vampire Chronicles. The show follows vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) as he recounts his complex and often violent relationship with Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) to journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian).
Set in both the 1910s New Orleans and the present day, the series explores themes of queerness, race, abuse, and immortality, embracing the homoerotic and emotional depth that were only hinted at in previous adaptations. Louis, a Black Creole brothel owner, is seduced and turned by Lestat, a charming and deeply damaged French vampire. Their relationship is tested further by the addition of Claudia, a teenage girl turned vampire, doomed to eternal adolescence.
Immortal Universe & Reception
This series marks the first installment in AMC’s Immortal Universe, a shared universe based on Anne Rice’s novels. After acquiring the rights to 18 of Rice’s works in 2020, AMC ordered Interview with the Vampire in 2021. The show premiered in October 2022 and was praised for its writing, production design, acting, chemistry, costumes, and soundtrack, earning nominations from the Critics’ Choice Television Awards and GLAAD Media Awards.
Future Seasons
- Seasons 1–2 cover the events of the first novel.
- Season 3 is titled The Vampire Lestat and will adapt the second book, with a release planned for 2026.
Main Cast
- Jacob Anderson as Louis de Pointe du Lac
- Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt
- Eric Bogosian as Daniel Molloy
- Bailey Bass / Delainey Hayles as Claudia
- Assad Zaman as Armand (aka Rashid)
- Ben Daniels as Santiago (season 2)
Recurring & Guest Characters
Supporting roles highlight Louis’s family, brothel associates, and members of the Théâtre des Vampires, including vampires, thespians, and refugees from across the centuries. Season 2 expands the narrative to Romania, deepens Claudia’s journey, and introduces additional characters like Lestat’s past lover Nicolas de Lenfent and Talamasca agent Raglan James.
Memory of a Killer
This crime thriller starring Patrick Dempsey is filming throughout the end of 2025. It blends suspense with gritty drama, making it one of the most anticipated streaming titles to come out of Toronto this year.
Murdoch Mysteries – Season 19
A long-running fan favorite, Murdoch Mysteries continues to film in Toronto, cementing its place as one of Canada’s most consistent television productions.
Good Company
A new streaming drama, Good Company began production in late September and will continue into 2026. This series is expected to feature a strong ensemble cast and provide steady work for local talent.
Ginny & Georgia – Season 4
Filming begins in September 2025. The Netflix favorite has been a breakout hit with global audiences, making it a career-boosting project for anyone cast or hired on set.
Ice Cream Man
From horror master Eli Roth, this chilling feature film is set to shoot in Toronto this summer. Its unique mix of psychological terror and dark storytelling has industry buzz written all over it.
Eli Roth, known for Hostel and Cabin Fever, returns with Ice Cream Man, a new horror film about a seemingly perfect summer town that spirals into chaos when an ice cream vendor delivers terrifying consequences along with his frozen treats. While plot specifics remain under wraps, the concept is based on an original idea Roth has nurtured for over 20 years but was previously deemed too risky by studios.
Now launching under Roth’s new banner The Horror Section, Ice Cream Man is designed to be a bold, unrated theatrical horror experience. Roth is directing, writing, and producing the film, with production partners including MCT’s Christopher Woodrow and Raj Singh, and Cream’s Kate Harrison. Executive producers include Connor DiGregorio, Eli Massillon, and Jon Schnaars.
Key Details:
- Production Start: Summer 2025 in Canada
- US Release: Planned for Q2 2026
- International Sales: Handled by WME Independent at Cannes
- US Rights: Retained by The Horror Section
Roth calls this his “most terrifying and insane film to date,” created specifically to push genre boundaries. Ice Cream Man also marks MCT’s first move into financing independent films, expanding from their previous work with Lionsgate. They hope the film sparks the next big horror franchise.
Vought Rising
Fans of The Boys can look forward to this highly anticipated prequel. Production is underway and will continue through early 2026, making it one of Toronto’s most significant projects this year.
The Boys universe is expanding yet again—this time, we’re heading back to the 1950s in Vought Rising, an upcoming satirical superhero drama from Eric Kripke. Slated for release on Amazon Prime Video, the series is a gritty prequel to The Boys, based on the comic series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson.
Starring returning fan favorites Jensen Ackles and Aya Cash, Vought Rising dives deep into the origins of Vought International, exploring how America’s most corrupt superhero empire got its start.
The Premise: A Twisted Look at Vought’s Origins
Set in the 1950s, Vought Rising centers on a dark and twisted murder mystery that uncovers the sinister early days of Vought. The story follows the rise of Soldier Boy and Stormfront during their earliest missions and manipulations, offering a deeper look into how Vought transformed from a militaristic experiment into a media empire.
As creator Eric Kripke put it, the show will explore how “military discipline” gives way to “consumerism,” tracing the path from battlefield patriotism to souped-up showmanship.
Cast and Characters
The series features a strong ensemble of familiar and new faces:
- Jensen Ackles as Ben / Soldier Boy – Returning to explore the early exploits and psychological trauma of the original Supe.
- Aya Cash as Klara Risinger / Stormfront – Reprising her role as the terrifyingly manipulative Nazi supervillain.
- Mason Dye as Bombsight – Also returning from The Boys.
- Elizabeth Posey as Private Angel
- Will Hochman as Torpedo
- Jorden Myrie
- Nicolò Pasetti
- Ricky Staffieri
- Brian J. Smith
- KiKi Layne
Expect more surprises as additional characters from The Boys universe may make appearances in future seasons.
Episode Info (So Far)
Only one episode has been announced:
- Episode 1: “Red Scare”
- Directed by: Sam Miller
- Written by: Paul Grellong
- Release Date: TBA
Behind the Scenes
Development and Production
Vought Rising was officially announced during the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con. The project is led by showrunner Paul Grellong, with an executive production team stacked with names like:
- Eric Kripke
- Seth Rogen
- Evan Goldberg
- James Weaver
- Neal H. Moritz
- Ken Levin
- Jason Netter
- Michaela Starr
- Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson (creators of the original comics)
- Stars Jensen Ackles and Aya Cash
Production houses involved include Sony Pictures Television, Amazon MGM Studios, Kripke Enterprises, Point Grey Pictures, and Original Film.
Costume Design
The series’ costume design reflects the show’s post-war setting. Laura Jean Shannon is designing military-style Supe uniforms inspired by USO shows—a nod to the show’s retro patriotic aesthetic.
What the Cast and Creators Are Saying
Eric Kripke has teased that Vought Rising will chart the transformation of superheroes from military assets into consumer-driven public figures. He promises a show that’s just as brutal, sharp, and darkly humorous as its predecessor.
Jensen Ackles told Variety that the Soldier Boy audiences see in Vought Rising will be quite different from the version we met in The Boys:
“There’s a lot of life that Soldier Boy has lived when we see him in The Boys…and then when he’s starting. [In Vought Rising] he’s dealing with the struggles that made him who he became.”
Filming Timeline
Principal photography for Vought Rising began on August 17, 2025, and is scheduled to continue through December 2025. With post-production likely to follow swiftly, a mid-to-late 2026 premiere window seems likely.
Final Thoughts
With Gen V and The Boys continuing to dominate the conversation around superhero deconstruction, Vought Rising is primed (pun intended) to become another darkly satirical hit for Amazon. Combining noir storytelling, political commentary, and the explosive action fans expect, this prequel could be the next essential chapter in the Vought saga.
Stay tuned—because in the world of The Boys, history is just as corrupt as the present.
The Miniature Wife
This upcoming dramedy, starring Matthew Macfadyen and Elizabeth Banks, is also filming in Toronto. With its mix of comedy and drama, it’s shaping up to be one of the most unique projects in the city.
Why This Matters for Entertainment Professionals
For actors, crew members, and entertainment freelancers, Toronto’s bustling film scene means one thing: opportunity. Each of these productions requires local hires—extras, production assistants, makeup artists, set designers, and more. Staying updated on what’s filming can help you position yourself for auditions, crew calls, and networking opportunities.
Final Thoughts
Toronto continues to thrive as a film capital, offering a diverse range of productions that span drama, horror, and comedy. Whether you’re an aspiring actor looking for your big break, a crew member seeking steady work, or an entertainment professional expanding your network, now is the time to take advantage of the projects filming in the city.
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