Great news as Elstree Studios, the original trilogy home of Star Wars prepares to spend £2 million on a new movie museum and permanent immersive experience, highlighting the incredible history of the studio that opened in 1914. With 60 jobs on the horizon and a 25 minute train ride from central London, this new attraction is set to be a major boost for the area when it opens in December 2026.
The Hertfordshire production base has been given the go-ahead – and £2 million in funding – for an immersive new film experience that’s scheduled to open in December 2026.
‘The Elstree Immersive Experience (EIE) will be a ground-breaking, multi-sensory and interactive visitor attraction, designed to celebrate Elstree’s world-famous film and TV heritage,’ says the team behind the plans. ‘Its core purpose is to celebrate Elstree’s century-long cinematic legacy through the integration of cutting-edge immersive technologies. The Elstree Immersive Experience is needed to celebrate, protect and showcase Elstree’s world-famous film and TV heritage, while driving skills, education and economic growth for the region.’
The Immersive Experience is expected to create 60 jobs.