Filming for the live-action Elden Ring movie appears to be underway, with new behind-the-scenes footage surfacing from Wales. A recently shared video on TikTok depicts an old castle guarded by figures that evoke comparisons to enemies encountered in FromSoftware's acclaimed 2022 game.
While this latest leak is less explicit than previous ones, which clearly showed elements like a Church of Marika or the character known as the Loathsome Dung Eater, the current clip features a castle and sentries that strongly resemble those found in Elden Ring. The video, shared by TikTok user mightbeliber, has fueled speculation that the location is Conwy Castle. Without accompanying context, the footage could be mistaken for a historical drama, but combined with prior information, it strongly suggests an Elden Ring connection.
This aligns with reports from April, where the North Wales Pioneer noted planned closures of Conwy Castle for filming. The project was reportedly linked to writer and director Alex Garland, who was also briefly associated with Katana Films, a London-based company that contacted residents affected by the castle's temporary closure. Although definitive visual confirmation directly linking the leaked footage to Elden Ring is absent, the convergence of these details makes it a strong possibility that Conwy Castle will feature in the film. The exact role of the castle within the movie's narrative remains a topic of discussion among fans.
Conwy Castle itself is a significant historical landmark, constructed between 1283 and 1287 by Edward I. It has endured centuries of history and conflict, with its current ruined state dating back to 1665. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, it is celebrated as one of Europe's most exceptional examples of late 13th and early 14th-century military architecture, noted for its completeness and evidence of organized domestic spaces.
The Elden Ring film is anticipated for release in 2028. It is expected that any anachronistic elements captured during filming, such as service trucks or drones, will be edited out in post-production.