As has previously been rumoured, Marvel Studios have now picked the UK city's Northern Quarter to become 1940's New York because of its towering buildings and pre-war architecture. The location was organised through the Vision+Media film office.
Susan Williams, drama liaison manager, said the company was approached by the studio, earlier this year. "Manchester's Northern Quarter is one of our most popular filming locations in city, thanks to its versatility."
"The area was a convincing Victorian London in Sherlock Holmes last year and more recently it became 1980s Soho for the BBC's Worried About The Boy drama. We suggested the area to Marvel as its wide streets, towering buildings and pre-war architecture will make the perfect 1940s New York."
Residents, local businesses and Manchester City Council have all been consulted about the production, which will last about two weeks from mid September.
"We believe that projects such as this provide significant financial benefits for the region, providing opportunities for hotels, catering outlets and the regions talented production crew," she added.
BBC News also reported the news of a previously unmentioned location with scenes apparently due to be filmed at Liverpool's Stanley Dock. (although this has yet to be confirmed) And if you live in either Manchester or Liverpool and hear any new info or manaage to snap a few pictures of filming you'd like to share, be sure to get in touch by clicking on the "Contact Me" option at the top hand left side of this page!
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