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Walton Goggins is living his best life in Madrid right now, and the 54-year-old actor just opened up about the experience in an exclusive interview published May 2, 2026. While filming the new action-comedy Mister alongside Chloë Grace Moretz, he’s been embracing Spanish culture in ways fans never expected.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Interview Date: May 2, 2026, exclusive to PEOPLE magazine.
- Location: Filming in Madrid and the Canary Islands for the upcoming Prime Video film Mister.
- Time in Madrid: Approximately 2 months working on-set and exploring local culture.
- Release Date: Mister is slated for a wide theatrical release in 2027.
Goggins Trading Hollywood for Spanish Stages
Walton Goggins left his quiet life in Upstate New York, where he’s lived since 2021, to take on a fearless new role in Mister. The actor says he was initially “very fearful going into this experience,” given the subject matter. Yet he’s throwing himself into the work with complete commitment, telling PEOPLE that he’s “giving it everything that I have, along with everyone else.” The John Wick production team backed the film, and Wade Eastwood is making his directorial feature debut on the project.
The action-comedy follows Goggins’ character, a man who wakes up in a strange house covered in blood. He must uncover his true identity while fighting off contract killers from his past, including his exes and best friend. Chloë Grace Moretz stars as his estranged daughter who joins the family business out of necessity.
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Walton Goggins opens up about living in Madrid during Mister filming
Living Like a Local in Spain’s Capital
What’s remarkable is how Goggins has integrated himself into Madrid beyond the film set. He’s been sitting on his apartment balcony, drinking wine, and connecting with strangers passing by. In April 2026, he posted an unedited video on Instagram of a man recognizing him on the street, captioning it: “I love this country. I love the people. I love the food. I love the music.” He’s attended Real Madrid games at the iconic Estadio Bernabéu and browsed the historic Rastro flea market on Sundays.
Goggins says the experience has been transformative. “Some people may love engaging with the world as much as I do,” he wrote on social media in February 2026, “But no one loves it more.” He’s been documenting his adventures with his wife Nadia Conners and their son Augustus, visiting cultural landmarks like the ARCOmadrid 2026 contemporary art fair on March 6, 2026.
| Production Detail | Information |
| Film Title | Mister |
| Streaming Platform | Prime Video |
| Director | Wade Eastwood (Directorial Debut) |
| Co-Star | Chloë Grace Moretz |
| Theatrical Release | 2027 |
“I’m just having the time of my life, man, really. I love España.”
— Walton Goggins, in exclusive interview with PEOPLE Magazine
Balcony Encounters and Artistic Adventures
One of Goggins’ favorite daily rituals involves standing on his Madrid apartment balcony, overlooking the street, and connecting with passersby. He’s become a recognizable figure in the neighborhood, casually taking selfies with fans and discussing life. “People know that I live here,” he explained. “I sit out on that balcony and people come by and they take pictures, then I drink wine and I listen to music.” These organic interactions have become some of his most cherished memories during the production schedule.
Beyond street-level encounters, Goggins has been exploring Madrid’s art scene. He and his family visited the 45th edition of the International Contemporary Art Fair ARCOmadrid, which featured 211 galleries showcasing work from nearly 1,300 artists across 30 countries. He’s also taken on additional commercial work while filming, shooting a GoDaddy campaign in a single day that leverages his passion for entrepreneurship.
Is Walton Goggins Fearful of Failing in This Role?
Goggins admits he entered the Mister production with significant self-doubt about whether he could pull off the demanding role. “And maybe I’m not able to pull it off, but I’m giving it everything that I have,” he confessed. Yet he believes deeply in the film’s message. “It moves me and I hope it moves other people. It’s funny as s–t and actually says something really kind about the world.” This emotional investment speaks to his commitment as an actor, even when facing internal fears.
The Fallout star, fresh off critically acclaimed work in The White Lotus, is bringing his method-acting intensity to Mister. Production is currently happening across both Madrid and the Canary Islands, giving the film diverse Spanish locations. Goggins said “I’m in Madrid and I’m working, so life is good,” during an early April 2026 Zoom call, showing a gratitude that extends beyond his acting craft to his entire existence abroad.
