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Peter Kay Eyes ‘Phoenix Nights’ Film, Tests De‑Aging and AI for Flashbacks

The script is finished, with release plans unresolved after he rejected Netflix over proposed trigger warnings.

Overview

  • Speaking on BBC Radio Sheffield, Kay said he is researching modern de‑aging to stage flashbacks and cited The Irishman as a benchmark.
  • Kay noted the technology has become cheaper but said he wants to ensure it does not look “dodgy.”
  • He said he has used ChatGPT to explore options and joked about digitally adding hair for co‑star Paddy McGuinness.
  • Kay confirmed last month that a Phoenix Nights feature script is complete, placing the project in active development.
  • He previously declined a Netflix licensing approach due to planned trigger warnings and quipped that the streamer sent him an air fryer afterward.