London’s Iconic Sekforde Street Plays Host to TV Spy Series 'A Spy Among Friends'

London’s iconic Sekforde Street recently played host to the thrilling TV spy series, ‘A Spy Among Friends', with help from FilmFixer. 

A Spy Among Friends is a British espionage thriller television series, starring Guy Pearce and Damian Lewis. It is based on the book of the same name by Ben Macintyre. Sekforde Street, the FilmFixer location turned out to be a star in its own right, providing the ideal backdrop for a successful and visually captivating shoot. An “epic telling of one of the greatest spy stories ever,” Macintyre’s book is based on personal papers and never-before-seen British intelligence files which has been adapted for this exciting new series. 

Nestled in the heart of Islington, Sekforde Street proved to be the perfect canvas. Its charming blend of historical architecture and distinctive road served as an authentic setting for this espionage-driven drama.The art department worked their magic, transforming Sekforde Street into a scene straight out of a spy thriller. The road closure allowed them to dress the street with period props, helping transport the audience into the world of covert operations and intrigue.The scene came alive with the inclusion of several horses, actors donned period clothing, adding an air of authenticity to their characters.The experienced locations team did a wonderful job at working with local residents and businesses throughout. A Spy Among Friends is available to view on ITVX.