Tom Hiddleston is seen for the first time on the set of The Essex Serpent as he films beachfront scenes with co-star Clémence Poésy in Victorian attire
They are currently filming scenes for their much-anticipated new Victorian era TV show, The Essex Serpent.
And Tom Hiddleston and Clémence Poésy got to grips with their characters when filming beachfront scenes on Thursday in full costume, as they were seen on set together for the first time.
Loki star Tom, 40, was pictured cradling a child in his arms in one image, while Clémence, 38, looked on.
Intense: Tom Hiddleston and Clémence Poésy were seen on the set of the Essex Serpent together for the first time on Thursday
With her blonde hair styled into a bun, the French actress wrapped up in a cream shawl that no doubt kept the seafront winds at bay.
Clémence will appear as Stella Ransome, who becomes a firm friend of the film’s central character Cora (played by Claire Danes) when she arrives in the Essex village of Aldwinter.
In other photographs, a solo Tom – who plays the role of priest Will Ransome – inspected a wooden rowing boat in a pair of khaki trousers teamed with a navy jumper.
Elsewhere, he was seen sporting a clerical collar beneath a heavy black coat as he appeared to take instruction from the film crew.
Hard at work: They got to grips with their characters when filming beachfront scenes
Attentive: The actor seemed deep in focus as he appeared to take instruction from the film crew
The show will also star actress Danes, 41, who is Will Ransome’s love interest.
In the six-part series being filmed for Apple TV+, Claire’s character Cora Seaborne – released from an abusive marriage – develops an intense relationship with the minister.
The programme follows Cora, a widow who moves from London to the Essex village of Aldwinter in search of a mythical sea creature.
Flying solo: In other photographs, a solo Tom inspected and pranced around a wooden rowing boat
Front and centre: Tom plays the role of priest Will Ransome who is pivotal to the romantic storyline
Homeland star Claire replaced Keira Knightley in the role when the British actress had to withdraw for ‘family reasons’.
The release date for The Essex Serpent, directed by Clio Barnard, is likely to be next year, while writer Anna Symon is adapting Sarah Perry’s novel of the same name for the screen.
Maldon District Council confirmed that filming would be taking place in the area, telling Essex Live in a statement: ‘We are delighted that the production company has chosen the Maldon District as one of their locations for a new six-part drama.
Costume: Elsewhere, Tom was seen sporting a clerical collar beneath a heavy black coat as he shot scenes
Up and coming: The release date for Tom’s new film, The Essex Serpent, which is directed by Clio Barnard, is likely to be next year
‘They have a sizeable base on Promenade Park, and they will minimise any disruption during their filming and ensure safety can be maintained at all times.’
The council also reminded onlookers of the importance of social distancing measures staying in place.
‘We would remind everyone that while this is clearly exciting, social distancing must still be maintained at all times,’ the statement concluded.
New role: French actress Clémence will appear as Stella Ransome, a firm friend of Cora (played by Claire Danes) when she arrives in Aldwinter
Loki star: Tom, who will star in the much-anticipated Disney show Loki, will certainly have a hectic few months ahead of him