Mallorca may be better known for turquoise coves and lazy beach days, but this week the island briefly transformed into a film set fit for a queen of the Seven Kingdoms.
British actress Sophie Turner, best known for her role as Sansa Stark in the hit HBO series Game of Thrones, was recently spotted filming on the island during a tightly scheduled commercial shoot.
The actress reportedly flew into Mallorca for just a short window of filming before continuing on to other commitments – but even a brief appearance was enough to create a buzz among locals and visitors who noticed the production crew setting up along the coast.
According to reports, Turner was shooting a commercial for the French elderflower liqueur St-Germain, with cameras rolling against a typically Mediterranean backdrop.
However, Mallorca’s famously unpredictable spring weather had other ideas. Rain showers and gusty winds complicated the shoot, forcing crew members to quickly cover cameras and secure props while the actress completed her scenes.
Despite the blustery conditions (we wonder if the production crew cracked a few ‘winter is coming’ jokes), filming was wrapped within a few hours – a whirlwind visit for the A-list star.
Mallorca: A favourite set for international productions
For expats living in Mallorca, spotting film crews is becoming increasingly common.
The island has quietly built a reputation as one of Europe’s most versatile filming locations. Within a short drive, directors can access dramatic mountain landscapes in the Serra de Tramuntana, elegant historic streets in Palma’s old town, and beach settings that double as destinations across the Mediterranean. Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan were spotted recently, not to mention Nicole Kidman.
Turner herself is no stranger to Mallorca’s cinematic appeal. The actress previously filmed scenes on the island for the British television drama Joan, in which she portrays real-life jewel thief Joan Hannington.
Productions like these bring more than celebrity sightings. Film shoots often hire local technicians, catering companies, transport services and extras – providing a welcome boost to the island’s creative and service industries.
Even short commercial shoots can generate work for dozens of local professionals, while also giving Mallorca global exposure as a premium filming destination.
For expats and residents, the impact is usually minimal. Most productions operate under tight schedules and controlled permits, meaning disruption is brief – sometimes lasting only a few hours before everything returns to normal. And it can make even the most ordinary weekday suddenly feel a little more glamorous, as the island continues to attract both international productions and the A-list talent that comes with them.
Winter may be coming in Westeros – but in Mallorca, the stars never stop arriving.
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