The Woman in Cabin 10 is a psychological thriller directed by Simon Stone (screenplay with Joe Shrapnel & Anna Waterhouse) and adapted from Ruth Ware’s 2016 bestseller.
It stars Keira Knightley with Guy Pearce, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Kaya Scodelario, Art Malik, Daniel Ings, and Hannah Waddingham. The plot follows a travel journalist on a luxury voyage who believes she’s seen a woman thrown overboard—yet everyone on board is accounted for. The film will release on October 10, 2025, on Netflix.
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When and Where was Netflix’s The Woman in Cabin 10 Filmed?
| Title | The Woman in Cabin 10 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Psychological Thriller |
| Filming Locations | Isle of Portland (Dorset, England); on board superyacht Savannah; Scottish Highlands (Glen Affric, Inverness-shire) |
| Filming Start | September 2024 (Portland, Dorset) |
| Additional Filming | November 2024 (Glen Affric, Highlands) |
| Cinematography | Ben Davis |
| Release | October 10, 2025 (Netflix) |
Production-based major marine work at Portland Port/Harbour on the Isle of Portland in Dorset, filming aboard the real superyacht Savannah; later, the unit moved to the Scottish Highlands (Glen Affric) for land sequences.
📍Isle of Portland, Dorset, England — Portland Port/Harbour & Surrounds
For Embarkation sequences, waterside exteriors, and yacht approaches scenes filming done in Isle of Portland, Dorset, England. Primary sea hub for boarding shots, night exteriors, and open-water scenes staged close to shore. Deep-water facilities at Portland Port offered safe, controllable conditions that still read as open sea on camera. Local reporting documented the Netflix unit working from the docks and off the coast.
The Isle of Portland is a limestone peninsula and a unique island connected to the Dorset coast by Chesil Beach. It’s renowned for its quarries, which have provided Portland stone for iconic buildings worldwide, including St Paul’s Cathedral. The island is also home to a working lighthouse and is a hub for sailing and water sports.
📍Aboard Superyacht “Savannah” (at sea/off Dorset)
Most on-board interiors/exteriors, including key set-pieces, featured in The Woman in Cabin 10 was actually filmed in Aboard Superyacht “Savannah” (at sea/off Dorset). The luxury yacht setting—sleek decks, salons, corridors—was filmed on the real vessel, heightening the story’s claustrophobic glamour. Using Savannah provided authentic super-yacht scale and finish without building all interiors on stage.
The luxury superyacht Savannah, a hybrid-propulsion vessel, was recently located off the coast of Dorset, England. It was the setting for filming of the Netflix movie “The Woman in Cabin 10,” starring Keira Knightley. The yacht is known for its award-winning design and unique features, including an underwater “Nemo Lounge.”
📍Glen Affric Estate, Scottish Highlands (Inverness-shire)
To capture Highland exteriors and atmospheric land beats for this Netflix movie, filming took place in Glen Affric Estate, the Scottish Highlands.
Dramatic on-shore moments and establishing vistas to contrast the confined yacht environment. Glen Affric is one of Scotland’s most cinematic glens—lochs, forests, and mountain backdrops—and regional outlets photographed/covered the shoot.
Glen Affric is often considered Scotland’s most beautiful glen, known for its pristine lochs, dramatic mountains, and ancient Caledonian pine forests. The private Glen Affric Estate, located within a National Nature Reserve, features a historic Victorian-era lodge available for exclusive-hire and offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits. It’s a key location for conservation efforts, with an emphasis on rewilding and restoring native woodlands and wildlife.
Behind the Scenes
To make your search for Netflix’s The Woman in Cabin 10 filming even more interesting and enjoyable, we shared a behind-the-scenes photo here.
The movie stars and fans also shared some behind-the-scenes glimpses on their social media account, Instagram:-
For more information about other shooting locations, stay tuned to this post. We will add more…
FAQs
Q1. What are the main filming locations for The Woman in Cabin 10?
A. Isle of Portland (Portland Port/Harbour) in Dorset, on board the superyacht Savannah, and the Scottish Highlands (Glen Affric).
Q2. When did The Woman in Cabin 10 filming take place?
A. September 2024 in Dorset, with additional Highlands work in November 2024.
Q3. Who is the cinematographer of The Woman in Cabin 10?
A. Ben Davis is the cinematographer of The Woman in Cabin 10.
Q4. When is the release date, and where will The Woman in Cabin 10 stream?
A. October 10, 2025, on Netflix.
The Woman in Cabin 10 Official Trailer
The official trailer and first-look materials are live on Netflix Tudum and entertainment outlets.
The Woman in Cabin 10 will be available on Netflix worldwide starting October 10, 2025. Get ready for a thrilling story set on a ship, with scenes from Dorset and the Highlands.