About The Lodge

The Lodge is a British drama television series that aired from 2016 to 2017. The show revolves around the life of a teenager named Skye who moves from the city to her deceased mother's childhood home in the countryside. Here, she finds herself trying to save her family's lodge from being sold, while deciphering her mother's old diary filled with secrets that lead to an ultimate treasure hunt.

Making / Production

Produced by Zodiak Kids Studios and aired on Disney Channel, The Lodge is filmed in Northern Ireland with some scenes set in London. The show runners are Raymond Lau and Matt Bloom, with amazing scripts penned by multiple talented writers including Lee Walters.

Actors

• Thomas Doherty: Plays the role of Sean Matthews, a charming local who works at the lodge. Showcased an impressive performance capturing Sean's dynamism and charisma.
• Sophie Simnett: Portrays Skye, the lead and the new owner of the lodge. Her portrayal of Skye is authentic, displaying her struggles and growth throughout the series.
• Luke Newton: Known as Ben Evans on the show, a friendly mountain biker. Newton seamlessly captures the essence of his eager and enthusiastic character.
• Bethan Wright: She portrays Danielle, Skye's fashionable and sophisticated friend. Her performance adds a rich layer of fun and flair to the series.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Thomas Doherty, who played Sean, is also a professional singer and released several songs for the show.
• This show is Disney Channel UK's first local production in years.
• The Lodge was shot in Northern Ireland, despite the storyline being set in England.
• The show has a very diverse cast, with actors from different parts of the UK.

Quotes

• "Skye: I get why you love this place, the open skies, the fresh air, it feels like anything is possible."
• "Sean: Sometimes if you want something to work out, you just have to step back, give it some space."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series has a strong musical element, with the characters often breaking into song to express their emotions.
• The theme song is "Starting Over, Starting Now" and is performed by the lead actress Sophie Simnett.
• Most of the music and songs in the series have been composed by Jamie Salisbury.