The Next Prince | UK Unit Production

International TV Series | Commissioned by The Mandee Channel (Thailand) 

UK Production Services by Eight Five Two Filmmaking

Overview

In March 2025, Eight Five Two Filmmaking was commissioned by Thailand’s Mandee Channel to lead the UK unit production for their upcoming high-end TV drama series, The Next Prince. This international collaboration brought the show's scope to London and Yorkshire, where we executed a full slate of exterior drone shots, VFX plates, and B-roll across multiple urban and suburban locations.

Working closely with Mandee’s Bangkok-based team, we provided full production services from development through delivery—executing on a tight turnaround with efficiency, clarity, and creative precision.

Scope of Work

Eight Five Two Filmmaking was responsible for:

• End-to-end UK production coordination

• VFX plate acquisition and aerial footage using licensed drone ops

• High-quality B-roll collection across Central London

• Full location permitting and insurance handling

• Crew sourcing and management (London-based)

• Production scheduling, budgeting, and logistics

Production Timeline

• Pre-Production & Prep: 2 weeks (inc. scouting, recces, permitting, crew assembly)

• Principal Photography: 2 days (March 16–17, 2025)

• Delivery: March 20, 2025

Key Locations

• Carlton Tower – VFX exterior shots

• Bayes Business School (Finsbury Square) – Urban exteriors

• Heathrow Perimeter (Hounslow) – Airport B-roll

Crew & Technical Details

• Crew Size: 7

• Kit Used: Cinema-grade camera packages, drone rig, support gear

• Permits Secured: Borough of Islington, Borough of Hounslow

• Total Shoot Days: 2

• Transport: Van, train, and ground logistics across 3 London zones

• Catering & Craft: On-location catering and support for full crew

Outcome

The project was completed on time and with great success, with final assets delivered ahead of schedule to Mandee Channel’s Bangkok post team. The Next Prince premieres on May 3, 2025.

Produced By

Eight Five Two Filmmaking

 UK Producer: Ewan Windebank

 Director (Thailand): Pip Dusadeevijai

 Director of Photography: Matthew Scott

 Client: The Mandee Channel