Take 01
2017
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts (Ahch-To exteriors)
7.8804°N, 98.3923°E
Phuket
Professional film production services in Phuket, Thailand's largest island. Pristine Andaman Sea beaches, luxury resorts, and dramatic coastal landscapes for world-class productions.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Phuket
Take 02
2006
Casino Royale
Phang Nga Bay islands, Andaman Sea
Take 03
2000
The Beach
Phi Phi archipelago staging from Phuket
Take 04
1974
The Man with the Golden Gun
Khao Phing Kan (James Bond Island), Phang Nga Bay
Take 05
1997
Tomorrow Never Dies
Phang Nga Bay, Andaman coastline
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Phuket
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
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Phang Nga Bay
Dramatic limestone karst formations rising from emerald waters. Featured in The Man with the Golden Gun (James Bond Island). Accessible by longtail boat from Phuket.
Big Buddha (Phra Puttamingmongkol Akenakkiri)
45-meter marble Buddha statue on Nakkerd Hill with 360-degree panoramic views of the island and surrounding sea. Dramatic aerial and establishing shots.
Moderate
Promthep Cape
Phuket's southernmost point with dramatic clifftop views, lighthouse, and Thailand's most photographed sunset location.
Easy
Phuket Old Town Streets
Thalang Road and Soi Romanee lined with colorful Sino-Portuguese buildings, local cafes, and vibrant street art. Walking Street market on Sundays.
Easy
Patong Beach
Phuket's most famous beach with resort hotels, vibrant nightlife on Bangla Road, and wide sandy shore. Ideal for beach party scenes, resort commercials, and nightlife sequences.
Phuket Old Town
Colorful Sino-Portuguese shophouses, street art, local markets, and traditional Thai-Chinese architecture. Unique period charm for cultural stories and establishing shots.
Kata & Karon
Quieter beach areas with stunning sunset views, surf breaks, and hillside viewpoints overlooking multiple bays. Premium resort settings for luxury brand content.
Cape Panwa & Southeast Coast
Exclusive resorts, private beaches, and the Phuket Aquarium area. Secluded luxury settings with controlled access ideal for high-profile productions.
Scene 03 — The Case for Phuket
Why Film in Phuket
- ✓ Stunning Andaman Sea coastline with world-renowned beaches and tropical scenery
- ✓ Established luxury resort infrastructure supporting high-end commercial productions
- ✓ Experienced marine and underwater filming crews available locally
- ✓ Direct international flights from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East
- ✓ Diverse locations from beach paradise to historic Sino-Portuguese Old Town
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports HKT (32 km from Patong Beach) ▼
Phuket International Airport (HKT) — 32 km from Patong Beach
Airport busTaxiPrivate transferGrab rideshare
Local Transit songthaew · taxi ▼
songthaew
Local buses and songthaews run between major beaches. Limited routes and schedules.
Crew tip: Public transport is insufficient for production work. Pre-book dedicated vans and drivers for the duration of your shoot.
taxi
Grab rideshare and metered taxis available. Tuk-tuks common for short beach-to-beach trips.
Crew tip: Hire production vehicles through local rental agencies. Phuket roads are hilly — ensure vehicles can handle equipment loads on steep gradients.
Production Parking good · Permits required
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Beach areas have parking lots. Old Town parking more limited. Resort locations typically provide production vehicle access.
Coordinate with resort management or local authorities for dedicated production parking at beach and heritage sites.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Beach-to-beach travel 20-40 minutes. Airport to south Phuket approximately 60 minutes. Phang Nga Bay requires boat transfer (45-60 min from pier).
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Plan Your Phuket Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing the Pearl of the Andaman.