Kevin Costner, Jake Gyllenhaal Set to Film ‘Honeymoon With Harry’ in Queensland
Kevin Costner and Jake Gyllenhaal will begin filming the feature ‘Honeymoon With Harry’ in Queensland this April. Production will shoot in Brisbane and The Whitsundays.
Production details
The film is an Amazon MGM Studios project. It adapts a novel by Bart Baker and is written by Dan Fogelman.
Directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa lead the production. Mike Karz produces for Gulfstream Pictures, with Jennifer Salke producing under Sullivan Street Productions.
Filming schedule and locations
Shooting is due to start in April. Primary locations are Brisbane and The Whitsundays, chosen for their variety and accessibility.
Cast and creative premise
Jake Gyllenhaal plays a free-spirited, impulsive groom. Kevin Costner portrays the fiancée’s guarded, difficult father.
The story is an emotional dramedy about clashing personalities on an island. The relationship evolves into an unexpected connection as the plot unfolds.
Actress Sarah Pidgeon is in talks to join the cast.
Local collaboration and production praise
The directors praised Queensland’s versatility. They said the state can stand in for Chicago, the Caribbean, and more within short travel time.
Producer Mike Karz highlighted the region’s natural beauty and local talent. He noted strong collaboration with Queensland creatives and crew.
Economic impact and government support
The production is expected to inject AUD$51 million into the Queensland economy. Officials estimate it will support roughly 215 jobs.
The film receives backing from the Australian Government via the Location Offset. It also benefits from Screen Queensland’s Production Attraction Strategy.
Queensland Arts Minister John‑Paul Langbroek pointed out benefits beyond the screen industry. He cited gains for construction, catering, transport, and accommodation businesses.
Industry relationships
Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney described the shoot as part of a deepening partnership with Amazon MGM. She emphasized the state’s experienced crews, competitive incentives, and infrastructure.
Other Amazon MGM projects in Queensland
- Balls Up
- The Bluff
- Subversion
- Voltron
- An untitled Mike Thornton project
Filmogaz.com will continue to follow updates on Kevin Costner, Jake Gyllenhaal and the production of ‘Honeymoon With Harry’ in Queensland. More casting and shooting details are expected as production ramps up.
