# Netflix’s Star-Studded Roald Dahl Series Goes Behind the Scenes: First Looks at Nicola Coughlan and Naomi Scott on Set

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Published: 2026-09-10  
Updated: 2026-09-10  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

A faded seaside town, con men, murderous mothers, and a cast stacked with award-winning talent — Netflix’s new Roald Dahl adaptation is shaping up to be one of the streamer’s most intriguing dark comedy projects yet.

New behind-the-scenes photos have surfaced from the set of Netflix’s upcoming series, currently filming under the working title *Zoltar*, giving fans their clearest look yet at the production in action. Based on [Roald Dahl’s](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roald_Dahl) darker short stories for adult readers, the show draws obvious inspiration from the classic anthology series *Tales of the Unexpected* — but with a distinctly modern, twisted spin.

### Zoltar: Roald Dahl Key Production Details

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Working Title | Zoltar |
| Based On | Roald Dahl’s adult short stories |
| Lead Cast | Nicola Coughlan, Naomi Scott, Carmen Ejogo, Toby Jones, Michael Socha |
| Additional Cast | Dominic West, Imelda Staunton, Clarke Peters, Josh Finan, Christine Tremarco |
| Episode Count | 6 episodes (60 minutes each) |
| Filming Started | Mid-August 2026 |
| Filming Location | Manchester and North of England (including Saltburn) |
| Expected Wrap Date | Mid-December 2026 |
| Estimated Release | Mid-to-late 2027 |

### What the New Photos Reveal

The behind-the-scenes shots come from filming in Saltburn, a seaside town standing in for the show’s fictional “faded seaside town” setting. Naomi Scott was spotted mid-action sequence, sprinting past a local café in a striking green-and-orange jacket, while nearby shots showed the scale of the production with lighting rigs and crew tents taking over the town.

![Roald Dahl](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Roald-Dahl-2-1024x812.jpg)

![Roald Dahl](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Roald-Dahl-2-3-1024x776.webp)

Elsewhere, Nicola Coughlan was seen between takes sporting a prosthetic baby bump in character, standing alongside Toby Jones, who appeared to be enjoying a casual banana break. Michael Socha was also caught chatting on set outside a flower-decorated café. Additional images reveal Carmen Ejogo on location as well, suggesting she plays a substantial role in the season.

### What Story Is Being Adapted?

Based on previous reporting, the series is expected to adapt Dahl’s short story *Lamb to the Slaughter*, with Coughlan reportedly playing the central role of Mary Malony. Interestingly, the behind-the-scenes footage suggests the same ensemble cast may appear across the entire season — hinting that while future seasons could adapt separate Dahl stories in true anthology fashion, Season 1 will likely follow one continuous storyline.

### The Official Premise

Netflix describes the series with a suitably dark and playful logline: a young couple stranded in a faded seaside town must navigate con men, adulterers, murderous mothers, and snake charmers as they try to escape before their fate catches up with them.

### Behind the Camera

The project comes from Orchid Pictures, with Suzanne Mackie (*The Crown*) and Gabriel Silver executive producing alongside writer Danny Brocklehurst (*Fool Me Once*, *Run Away*). Directors Ben Gregor and Runyararo Mapfumo are helming episodes, with Frank Lamm serving as Director of Photography.

### When Can We Expect to See It?

With filming set to wrap in mid-December 2026, don’t expect this one to land on Netflix until at least mid-to-late 2027 — giving the streamer plenty of time to build anticipation around its genuinely stacked ensemble cast.

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### FAQs

### **Q1. When will Netflix’s new Roald Dahl series release?**

  
With filming wrapping in December 2026, the show likely won’t premiere until mid-to-late 2027.

### **Q2. Which Roald Dahl story is the series adapting?**

It’s expected to adapt “Lamb to the Slaughter,” with Nicola Coughlan reportedly playing Mary Malony.