Yes, that cozy pub where everyone sings carols? It’s a real place. It’s called The Old Crown in Southwark.
The owners let the crew film for three nights. They kept the pub actually open for business. So some lucky patrons got free drinks and a movie cameo.
One extra drank so much mulled wine, he fell asleep in the background. He’s in two scenes. That’s dedication.
The Fake Snow Drama
Let’s talk about the snow. It’s everywhere in the film. But it’s mostly soap flakes and crushed ice.
One day, the wind changed direction. The soap flakes flew into a busy street. Tourists thought it was a snowstorm. The crew had to apologize to confused locals.
This Is Christmas Filming Locations: Christmas in the Commuter Belt
The lead actress said her hair smelled like laundry detergent for a week. That’s the price of a winter wonderland.
