Suranne Jones and her co-star Sophie Rundle appeared delighted as they filmed scenes for the second series of Gentleman Jack in Halifax, Yorkshire on Wednesday.
The lead actress, 42, transformed into her character Anne Lister in a long black waistcoat which she wore over a white shirt with puff-ball sleeves.
In keeping with the time period 1832 in which the adaptation of Anne’s journals are set, Peaky Blinders star Sophie, 32, who plays Ann Walker, donned a green Victorian dress as they shot at Shibden Hall.
Action! Suranne Jones and her co-star Sophie Rundle appeared delighted as they filmed scenes for the second series of Gentleman Jack in Yorkshire on Wednesday
Prior to filming, Suranne clutched a pink hot water bottle to keep her warm for the outdoor scenes.
The Doctor Foster star was pictured in two hairstyles, one a long plait and Anne’s signature ringlet bun.
Sophie also was in her character’s costume which comprised of an elaborate satin dress which puffy sleeves, a tulle neckline and a voluminous floor-length skirt.
Dressed up: In keeping with the time period 1832 in which the adaptation of Anne’s journal is set, Peaky Blinders star Sophie, 32, who plays Ann Walker, donned a green Victorian dress
Historic drama: The pair filmed scenes at Shibden Hall, where Anne Lister (1791–1840) became sole owner of the hall after the death of her aunt
Leading lady: The lead actress, 42, transformed into her character Anne Lister in a long black waistcoat which she wore over a white shirt with puff-ball sleeves
Chilly: Prior to filming, Suranne clutched a pink hot water bottle to keep her warm for the outdoor scenes
She wore a bonnet while she shot scenes with Suranne.
Also joining the pair on set were several cast members, including Gemma Whelan.
The Game Of Thrones star plays Anne’s younger sister Marian and wore a plaid checkered dress and a brown shawl while playing the character.
Period dress: Sophie also was in her character’s costume which comprised of an elaborate satin dress which puffy sleeves, a tulle neckline and a voluminous floor length skirt
In character: The Doctor Foster star was pictured in two hairstyles, one a long plait and another Anne’s signature ringlet bun
The first series followed Anne as she embarked on a relationship with fellow heiress Ann Walker, after enjoying several relationships with other women.
After falling in love, the pair were torn apart when Ann was taken to Scotland, under threat of being married off by her brother-in-law.
However the finale saw the pair brought back together when Ann was called back to Yorkshire to visit her bedridden aunt.
Having a laugh: Sophie shared a giggle with another cast member before the cameras rolled
Their reunion took place in a dramatic hilltop moment in which Ann revealed she was finally ready to marry Anne.
Anne confessed her continued love for Ann, saying: ‘Do you know I don’t think one hour passed when I didn’t think of you. I tried not to.’
‘If you asked me to marry you again I wouldn’t say No,’ Ann promised. ‘But would you say yes?’ Anne checked quickly.
‘Yes. I love you,’ the younger girl sighed, touching the heroine’s face. ‘I’m in love with you. I always have been.’
‘Don’t hurt me,’ muttered Lister back, unexpectedly, poignantly. ‘I’m not as strong as you think…Well I am obviously. But sometimes I’m not.’
The second series will follow the couple as Ann moves in with Anne in Shibden Hall – and embarked on their life as wife and wife.
Game Of Thrones star: Also joining the pair on set were several cast members, including Gemma Whelan
Gripping: The first series followed Anne as she embarked on a relationship with fellow heiress Ann Walker, after enjoying several relationships with other women
Dramatic: After falling in love, the pair were torn apart when Ann was taken to Scotland, under threat of being married off by her brother-in-law
The next chapter: The second series will follow the couple as Ann moves in with Anne in Shibden Hall – and embarked on their life as wife and wife
Earlier in the week, Surrane was seen staying safe amid the corona pandemic, as she sported a face shield in between takes and when she arrived before filming began.
She made sure to wear it whenever she wasn’t shooting, as an insider said: ‘As soon as she finished the scene she reached for her visor. She is clearly taking no chances.
‘She had one of her staff ready to hand it to her as she walked off set. It was weird watching her put it on while still in 1830s costume. Some people on set are still obviously in a state of shock about the second lockdown. But she was very cheery.’
Born entertainer: An insider said Suranne always has ‘a smile on her face’ while working on set, and tries to cheer the cast and crew up between takes
Cameras rolling: Another member of the cast was spotted in period costume
Safety first: Other members of the cast could be seen in full period costume as they kept their masks on while waiting for cameras to roll
The source added that Suranne always has ‘a smile on her face’ while working on set, and tries to cheer the cast and crew up between takes.
Other members of the cast could be seen in full period costume as they kept their masks on while waiting for cameras to roll.
The insider added that the cast always keep their masks close to hand so that they can put them on whenever they’re not filming.
Pandemic: The insider added the cast always keep their masks close to hand so that they can put them on whenever they’re not filming
Good fun: The whole cast looked excited to be able to film the next series