Certain states are less pleasant than others, to say the least. While we won’t name names, you will probably agree with us when we say that not all of them were made equal. Despite this, we are glad to share that there has at least been one good film shot in all fifty states! You were wrong if you assumed otherwise. It might feel like there are so many movies set in New York, but even Wyoming has served as shooting locations in the past. Read on to see which one we picked out for your state.
The Best Films That Took Place In Each State Of The USA
Alabama – To Kill A Mockingbird (1962)
Did you read the novel of the same title in school? This adaptation of the Harper Lee book dealt with the heavy themes of racial tension and assault. It is the story of Atticus Finch’s attorney as he rallies for a black man who allegedly assaulted a white woman. Set in the Great Depression, the film had a great and thought-proving message. On top of that, Gregory Peck gave the role everything that he had!
Alabama – To Kill A Mockingbird (1962)
Alaska – Insomnia (2002)
Filmed in 2002, this movie is the American remake of a Norwegian film. In it, Al Pacino was cast to play a detective assigned to go to a small town called Nightmute to help a police officer brought to life by Hilary Swank. Together, the two of them hunt down a serial killer played by Robin Williams.
Alaska – Insomnia (2002)
California – Clueless (1995)
Is there a more famous coming-of-age movie than this one? We can just hear Alicia Silverstone saying, “Ugh, as if.” In the role of Cher, the star served us iconic looks as she befriends a new student called Tai Frasier. Amy Heckerling, the director of the film, studied how real students of Beverly Hills School spoke and acted to ensure that she would get it right. If you ask us, the cast got every single thing down pat—fun fact: this movie was also loosely based on “Emma” by Jane Austen.
California – Clueless (1995)
Connecticut – Beetlejuice (1988)
You cannot possibly refer to yourself as a film buff if you have yet to watch Beetlejuice by Tim Burton. It follows a recently deceased couple as they haunt their old home, which an obnoxious couple has recently inhabited. Michael Keaton plays the title character. We loved watching him as the poltergeist recruited to scare away the new inhabitants. Aside from that, Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis did a great job of playing the ghost couple. You have to watch it if you haven’t yet.
Connecticut – Beetlejuice (1988)
Delaware – Fight Club (1999)
Yes, we know that the first rule of Fight Club is not to talk about it. However, we simply can’t help it. Weren’t you blown away by that big reveal at the end? If you ask us, that might just be the best plot twist in the history of cinema! Props to Brad Pitt and Edward Norton for their amazing delivery as well.
Delaware – Fight Club (1999)
Florida – Moonlight (2016)
Even though Florida gets a lot of flak, there are some good things about it as well. For one thing, this was the setting of Moonlight. This amazing coming-of-age movie brought home the Academy Award for Best Picture for a good reason. We loved every single thing about it. Wasn’t it amazing to see how the movie explored topics like discovering oneself and childhood abuse?
Florida – Moonlight (2016)
Georgia – The Color Purple (1985)
In 1985, Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey named themselves by starring in this touching movie. It depicts the struggles of an African-American woman living in the South during the early 20th century. This is not an easy watch because it tackles heavy themes such as abuse, sexism, and racism. It was based on the Alice Walker novel of the same title, which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1982.
Georgia – The Color Purple (1985)
Hawaii – From Here to Eternity (1953)
It is not a secret that Hawaii is a beautiful place. In 1953, From Here to Eternity was shot in this state. It follows three American soldiers right before Pearl Harbor was attacked. Private Robert E. Lee Prewitt is transferred to a rifle company posted in Oahu and gets punished upon his refusal to box for the unit. Lilo and Stitch is a close second to this war flick.
Hawaii – From Here to Eternity (1953)
Idaho – Napoleon Dynamite (2004)
With lines such as “Knock it off Napoleon, make yourself a dang quesadilla!” and “Tina, you fat lard,” it was a given that this comedy film would be a cult classic. It had deadpan and bizarre humor that kept us hooked until the last minute of the movie. We do not know if you appreciate this kind of comedy, but we are sure that you at least craved tater tots when you first watched it. We all did, right?
Idaho – Napoleon Dynamite (2004)
Illinois – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
There is a good reason that people call this movie the defining flick for Gen Xers. Matthew Broderick made the entire generation want to play hooky in style. To be honest, we can’t blame them for it. Shot in Chicago, this is one of the greatest teen movies ever made. Did you know that the actor who played Cameron had been almost 30 years old by the time that they filmed it? It is quite shocking to hear that!
Illinois – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)
Indiana – A Christmas Story (1983)
You probably do not know all that much about Indiana, but we bet that you are at least familiar with this Christmas movie. If you have not seen it, allow us to share with you what it is all about. This movie was set in the ‘40s and followed Ralphie as he convinces his teacher, parents, and Santa to get him a Red Ryder BB gun as a Christmas gift. Trust us when we say that it makes for a perfect holiday movie!
Indiana – A Christmas Story (1983)
Iowa – The Music Man (1962)
Do you like musicals? We do too. Iowa is yet another state that does not get a lot of love. At any rate, this movie certainly upped its street cred at least a little. It is about a charlatan called Harold Hill as he pretends as a band organizer and sells uniforms and instruments to oblivious Midwesterners. He also promises to train boys for a band. As you might have guessed, his actual plan is just to skip town!
Iowa – The Music Man (1962)
Kansas – The Wizard Of Oz (1939)
To be honest with you, this might just be the biggest movie in cinematic history. It feels like every single person in the world has seen it. In case you were wondering, it was really shot in Kansas. You know what Dorothy says: there is no place like home. However, you might not have known that this set actress Judy Garland on a tragic path. The actress had only been 17 years old when she developed substance abuse problems with the encouragement of studio executives. She ended up dying at the young age of 47.
Kansas – The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Kentucky – Kentucky (1938)
Yes, this movie was actually filmed in the state that it was named for. Jack and Sally are lovers plagued by a family feud fueled by her uncle. Set 75 years after the Civil War, it was a fun take on the Romeo and Juliet trope. It might have been made a very long time ago, but it still holds up even today.
Kentucky – Kentucky (1938)
Louisiana – A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
The Bayou State, which houses New Orleans, has earned a reputation as a cultural hub. We are not at all surprised to hear that a classic movie was shot there. Elia Kazan directed this movie, and it was based on a play by Tennessee Williams. The classic movie follows a southern belle called Balance DuBois as she transitions from the aristocratic life to a humbler one after suffering several personal losses.
Louisiana – A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
Maine – The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
How can anyone not like a film that has Morgan Freeman? We do not think that it is possible. This film is about a man who gets a lifetime in prison at the Shawshank State Penitentiary for murder. He goes on to befriend the inmate played by Freeman, and they then join a warden in a money-laundering scheme.
Maine – The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Maryland – The Blair Witch Project (1999)
There has been a new wave of found-footage movies, but this is the one that started this trend back in 1999. If you are a fan of the horror genre, you must have seen it at least once in your life in the past. It does not rely on jump scares as it is a psychological thriller that creeps up on you instead.
Maryland – The Blair Witch Project (1999)
Massachusetts – Good Will Hunting (1997)
In the mid-‘90s, we got to watch Matt Damon and Robin Williams in Good Will Hunting. The title character is played by the former, who does a great job of bringing the genius janitor to life. He enters a deferred prosecution agreement after an assault on a police officer. This is when the character starts going to a therapist and learning advanced mathematics with the professor played by Williams!
Massachusetts – Good Will Hunting (1997)
Minnesota – The Mighty Ducks (1992)
You must have watched this movie when you were little too. Where do we even begin with this? It follows a Minnesota law that has to coach a youth hockey league as part of his community service. This totally captured the spirit of the ‘90s! We will be fans of it forever for this reason. Did you know that Emilio Estevez, the guy who brings Gordon Bombay to life, is the brother of Charlie Sheen? Cool.
Minnesota – The Mighty Ducks (1992)
Mississippi – O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
In case you did not know, this crime-comedy flick is based on “The Odyssey” by Homer. In fact, the Greek poet is even listed on IMDb as a writer. Holly Hunter, John Goodman, and George Clooney are three convicts who break free from prison and go on a hunt for hidden treasure during the Great Depression. Of course, there is also a determined cop after that. The soundtrack is excellent too.
Mississippi – O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
Missouri – Meet Me in St. Louis (1944)
Aside from playing Dorothy, Judy Garland played Esther in this film. It is a musical about four sisters who get ready to move to New York just before the World’s Fair in 1904. Did you know that “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” came from this film? It is neat to see just how big the song has since become.
Missouri – Meet Me In St. Louis (1944)
Montana – Thunderbolt And Lightfoot (1974)
The Treasure State is a beautiful place. It is a good thing that this was highlighted in this bank heist film. What is it about? Jeff Bridges plays Lightfoot, who steals a vehicle and runs into a Thunderbolt preacher by accident. This was how he finds out that the preacher, portrayed by Clint Eastwood, is actually an infamous bank robber. In our opinion, this was one of the best action flicks from the ‘70s.
Montana – Thunderbolt And Lightfoot (1974)
Nebraska – Election (1999)
Have you seen this high school flick? Starring Reese Witherspoon, it is all about a student body election with stakes that soon become higher than anyone anticipated. It was supposed to be a political satire about how people lose their sense of sense, as well as an analysis of the lengths people go to win. The director, Alexander Payne, hails from Nebraska. This is the reason he sets most of his projects there!
Nebraska – Election (1999)
Nevada – Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
If you are working on a casino heist film, there is only one place in the USA to go. We are talking about Las Vegas, Nevada! We bet that Steven Soderbergh, the director, agrees with us on this. While the story is good as it is, it must also help that it stars George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Julia Roberts.
Nevada – Ocean’s Eleven (2001)
New Hampshire – Jumanji (1995)
Anyone who claims to be a ‘90s kid will be familiar with this adventure film. It follows two children that play a magical board game and subsequently release a guy who has been trapped inside of it for a long time. The movie got remakes in 2017 and 2019, and they both received a better reception than the first film. On top of that, the sequels also starred actors and actresses more famous than the original cast.
New Hampshire – Jumanji (1995)
New Jersey – Clerks (1994)
The next entry on our list is this 1994 cult classic about leading a boring life in the Garden State. It has a lot of quotable moments. In fact, we will just go all in and claim that this is the most quotable movie in cinema history. In case you were wondering, we are not kidding when we say that.
New Jersey – Clerks (1994)
New Mexico – The Good, The Bad And The Ugly (1966)
This is a spaghetti Western that is considered one of the greatest films in the genre. It is not a surprise to see that it has a high rating on Rotten Tomatoes! The movie follows three gunslingers as they race to discover a Confederate treasure in a cemetery in 1862. It is worth watching if you enjoy Western films. In this classic movie, Clint Eastwood had the opportunity to play “The Good.”
New Mexico – The Good, The Bad And The Ugly (1966)
New York – The Wolf Of Wall Street (2013)
It is honestly a little hard to pick a single movie for New York since so many movies have taken place. We decided to go with something a bit new, at least compared to the rest of the films on this list. The Wolf of Wall Street proved to be another winner at the box office for Martin Scorsese. It was a lot of fun to see Leonardo DiCaprio reach new heights before his Academy Award win.
New York – The Wolf Of Wall Street (2013)
North Carolina – Blue Velvet (1986)
Yep, this movie is certainly not for the faint of heart. If you have the stomach to deal with this, you will probably enjoy it. An unsettling discovery in the field results in the investigation of the kidnapped child of a lounge singer, as well as a group of criminals. It got mixed reviews when it first came out. Despite this, David Lynch was nominated for an Academy Award under the Best Director category.
North Carolina – Blue Velvet (1986)
North Dakota – Fargo (1996)
It is not a stretch to say that nothing goes on much in North Dakota. At the very least, locals can be proud of the fact that this film took place here. It follows a pregnant police chief looking into a series of roadside homicides after a car dealer gets two criminals to kidnap his wife for the ransom.
North Dakota – Fargo (1996)
Ohio – Heathers (1989)
The ‘80s had been a pretty good time for high school movies. Despite this, we think that the best of the bunch would be Heathers, which stars Winona Ryder and Christian Slater and takes place in Ohio. This movie is indeed rather absurd and strange, but we can’t deny that it is a lot of fun too.
Ohio – Heathers (1989)
Oklahoma – Twister (1996)
This movie might not have the highest rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but it has still earned the status of a cult hit ever since it came out in 1996. It is about Helen Hunt in the role of Jo Harding as she goes after tornadoes, which is her way of coping with the trauma brought about by her dad’s death. Have you ever seen this movie? If you have, we are sure that there is no way you can forget the cow scene.
Oklahoma – Twister (1996)
Oregon – One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (1975)
We love a good big-screen adaptation of an amazing book. This movie one hundred percent falls in that category. Once again, Jack Nicholson showed us that he has the acting chops to play any character down to a tee. There is no one quite like him in the industry! In this film, he was cast to play a criminal that pleads insanity and goes to a mental hospital. However, he soon finds out just how horrible the mental health system can actually get
Oregon – One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (1975)
Pennsylvania – Rocky (1976)
Do you think Sylvester Stallone would have been this big of a star if he played Rocky Balboa? We doubt it. In Rocky, he plays a working-class boxer of Italian heritage who gets the chance to go up against a heavy-weight champion. This movie was shot for a little more than a million bucks and made $225 million, making it the highest-grossing movie in 1976. It went on to win three awards at the Oscars as well! This project put the talented actor on the map. The rest is history.
Pennsylvania – Rocky (1976)
Rhode Island – The Conjuring (2013)
Let us face it. You rarely find good horror films. There are so many new ones that rely on bad acting and jump scares. This is the reason The Conjuring became so big. What makes it even scarier is that this was loosely based on the real story of two paranormal investigators. If you want to feel truly creeped out, this is the perfect horror flick for you. Just a heads up that you won’t be able to sleep!
Rhode Island – The Conjuring (2013)
South Carolina – The Notebook (2004)
There is no need to act tough around here. We bet you cried when you first saw this film. We are not here to shame you for it since we did the same thing. It is a great love story that will make even the biggest skeptic believe in love again. Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling looked so good together!
South Carolina – The Notebook (2004)
South Dakota – Badlands (1973)
Did you enjoy watching the strange couple go on a killing spree in this movie? The period drama really made the beauty of South Dakota come out. Badlands National Park made for the ideal backdrop for the dreamy movie. We are not shocked to hear that many critics think that it is among the best movies ever. After all, you will probably come to the same conclusion once you watch it.
South Dakota – Badlands (1973)
Tennessee – The Evil Dead (1981)
Are you having a hard time looking for a horror click that you can enjoy? We are here to share The Evil Dead with you. It might be exactly what you need to fill the void in your heart. The 1981 film had a low budget, which is actually quite obvious. Despite this, it has become one of the most popular movies in the genre! This chainsaw classic is definitely one of the best things that we have ever seen.
Tennessee – The Evil Dead (1981)
Texas – Dazed And Confused (1993)
You must be very young if you say that you have not seen this movie yet. This movie is a coming-of-age movie that stars Matthew McConaughey. You will find yourself laughing and repeating the one-liners that the characters spew out. Mind you. This is the source of the famous “alright, alright, alright” line! However, you might find yourself wondering why your high school days were not anything like this.
Texas – Dazed And Confused (1993)
Utah – Footloose (1984)
Even though you might not have watched Footloose yet, you probably know the lyrics to a few songs in it. This is an iconic musical starring a young Kevin Bacon. This follows a young man who moves to a small town and goes on a quest to tear down the local dancing ban. If you ask us, the plot would not have worked as well as it did if it had not been shot in Utah.
Utah – Footloose (1984)
Vermont – Super Troopers (2001)
Have you noticed just how many cult classics we have on the list? Super Troopers is a movie about five screw-up state troopers in a fictional Vermont town called Spurbury. They try to do a better job than the local police force by trying to solve a crime. Is there any way that this movie could get any more Vermont? We did not think so. Also, we’re sorry if we made you think of “Super Trouper” by Abba!
Vermont – Super Troopers (2001)
Virginia – Remember The Titans (2000)
This is an inspirational movie starring Denzel Washington. He was cast to play the head coach of a football team in Virginia. It might just be the best motivational sports movie ever made! On top of that, it tackles the theme of racism in the South after school desegregation. We all know that America has struggled with this part of history, so we are not shocked to hear this is based on real life.
Virginia – Remember The Titans (2000)
Washington – Sleepless In Seattle (1993)
You might think that this is a little obvious, but what can we say? We simply adored Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks in it! The movie follows two lovers who live in New York and Seattle. After the son of his character tries to find a new partner after the death of his wife, he receives a lot of interest from ladies across the nation. It is a film that will warm even the iciest of hearts! It is the very definition of a feel-good movie.
Washington – Sleepless In Seattle (1993)
West Virginia – The Night Of The Hunter (1955)
What do you know about West Virginia? Probably not much unless you have lived there. It is, at the very least, the setting of The Night of the Hunter. It is about a religious fanatic by Harry Powell who marries women for their money only to murder them with a switchblade afterward. He does this by saying that it is for the greater good. Doesn’t that sound fascinating to you?!
West Virginia – The Night Of The Hunter (1955)
Wisconsin – Bridesmaids (2011)
Many people do not take the comedy genre seriously, but there are many funny gems out there. Just take a look at Bridesmaids! It features several old SNL stars. This movie has definitely given us hope in chick flicks once more. Melissa McCarthy pretty much stole the show, which is evident by how she brought home the Academy Award for Best Supporting actress. Let us keep our fingers crossed that we see other women-led comedies like this one in the future.
Wisconsin – Bridesmaids (2011)
Wyoming – Brokeback Mountain (2005)
Wow, can you believe that we have gone through all of the states already? Last but not least, we have Brokeback Mountain. You probably already know that it is about two cowboys in love. It might have been filmed in the Canadian Rockies, but the story is meant to take place in Wyoming. This still counts! On top of that, Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal both gave us performances that we will never forget for as long as we live. They must be some of the greatest actors of our time.
Wyoming – Brokeback Mountain (2005)
Arizona – Raising Arizona (1987)
Are you a fan of Nicolas Cage? Are you an Arizona local? If you are either or both of those things, you might want to watch Raising Arizona. The 1987 Coen Brothers comedy flick also features John Goodman and Holly Hunter. It follows a childless ex-con and ex-cop as they steal a baby from a set of quintuplets. We will give it extra points for all the gorgeous shots of the desert!
Arizona – Raising Arizona (1987)
Arkansas – True Grit (1969, 2010)
If you go on Rotten Tomatoes, you will find rave reviews for both versions of it. As a matter of fact, the new version did even better than the first one. This is a film about a young girl called Mattie and a US marshal as they try to track down the man who murdered her dad in Native American territory.
Arkansas – True Grit (1969, 2010)
Colorado – The Shining (1980)
When it comes to the horror genre, we find it hard to think of a film that tops The Shining in terms of popularity. There is a reason it is now considered a classic. The movie follows an aspiring writer and former alcoholic, who was played to perfection by the amazing Jack Nicholson. His character takes on the position of caretaker at a hotel in the Rockies. In the middle of a winter storm, the family cannot leave the isolated hotel as his sanity slips even further. “Here’s Johnny!” was truly terrifying.
Colorado – The Shining (1980)
California – The Social Network (2010)
Despite the fact that much of the movie was filmed in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a large portion of the film was set in Silicon Valley, and as such many scenes were shot in the cities of Los Angeles and Pasadena. The film centers around the life of Mark Zuckerberg and essentially the events that led to the creation of Facebook. Featuring betrayal, crossing-friends and greed, the film is an interesting watch.
California – The Social Network (2010)
Connecticut- Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull (2008)
The fourth film in the Indiana Jones franchise saw stars Harrison Ford and Shia La Beouf film scenes in several locations across Connecticut, including New Haven’s Yale University, which stood in for Jones’ Marshall College. Our favorite archaeologist/explorer returns here, desperately trying to unearth the mystery and secrets behind the legendary crystal skulls.
Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull
Delaware – Dead Poets Society (1989)
Dead Poets Society was filmed at a boarding school in Middletown, Delaware. The film won several accolades, including: a BAFTA for Best Film, César Award for Best Foreign Film and the David di Donatello Award for Best Foreign Film. It also received a host of nominations at the Golden Globes. The film starring Robin Williams is set in 1959 and tells the story of how an English teacher inspired his students through the art of poetry.
Delaware – Dead Poets Society (1989)
Florida – Cape Fear (1991)
Scorsese’s film Cape Fear starring Robert De Niro was filmed in Florida, around Fort Lauderdale and its southern suburb Dania, on I-95 north of Miami and also in the subtropical wilderness of the Everglades, on Florida’s southern tip. The film follows the story of a convicted statutory rapist, who uses his newfound knowledge to pursue and terrorize the man who put him away. A dark film featuring some great acting.
Florida – Cape Fear (1991)
Georgia – Avengers: Endgame (2019)
One of the highest grossing films of all time, Avengers: Endgame was primarily filmed in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Pinewood Studios. The film was the direct sequel to Infinity War, the film that saw villain Thanos acquire all of the infinity stones, making him the most powerful being in the universe. With this in mind, he also killed half of the Earth’s population. The film centered around the Avengers as they attempted to bring their friends and loved ones back to life.
Avengers – Endgame
Hawaii – Jurassic Park (1993)
Most of the locations used for Jurassic Park were found on Kauai, the smallest and prettiest of the four major Hawaiian islands. The science-fiction film was directed by Steven Spielberg and followed a wildlife park where scientists managed to de-extinct dinosaurs. However, sabotage leads to a shutdown of power in the park and a group of visitors struggle to escape.
Hawaii – Jurassic Park
South Carolina – Forrest Gump (1994)
Seeing as how Forrest constantly moved around within the film, it comes as no surprise that the film was also filmed in several locations. These included places in California, Arizona, Maine and Montana. However, many were filmed in South Carolina in an area around Beaufort. Despite depicting Forrest’s town as Greenbow, Alabama, it was actually this area near Beaufort. The film followed Forrest as he unexpectedly did all these amazing things despite being somewhat slow-witted.
South Carolina – Forrest Gump (1994)
New York – Spider-Man (2002)
Despite the fact the franchise has been rebooted three times, with the role of Spider-Man being recast thrice; Tobey Maguire will always be remembered fondly for first taking on the role. Set in New York, it comes as no surprise to find out that much of the film was also shot authentically, although many scenes were also shot in Los Angeles. The film followed Peter Parker, who endures a spider bite which gives him superpowers. Can he protect the city while living a normal life?
New York – Spider Man (2002)
Louisiana – Green Book (2018)
All of the filming for Green Book was shot in Louisiana apart from a single day which took some New York exterior shots, even those scenes depicting the horrible snowstorm. The film is inspired by a true story, following Don Shirley and bodyguard Tony “Lip” as the African-American musician takes a tour around the deep south at a particularly intolerant time in history.
Louisiana – Green Book (2018)
Illinois – Home Alone (1990)
The notorious “Home Alone house” is located in Winnetka, Illinois, with most of the film being shot in this area. Home Alone is a cult classic and certainly the film that McCauley Culkin is best known for. Kevin McAllister is a member of a large family, who unwittingly leave him behind as they fly away for Christmas! While Home Alone, Kevin protects the house from a pair of burglars who push their luck.
Illinois – Home Alone (1990)
North Carolina – The Green Mile (1999)
The Green Mile was almost exclusively filmed in Tennessee, North Carolina, and California. The fantasy drama film was based on Stephen King’s 1996 novel of the same name. Tom Hanks starred as a death row prison guard during the Great Depression who witnesses supernatural events following the arrival of a particular inmate.
North Carolina – The Green Mile (1999)
Michigan – 8 Mile (2002)
As proudly announced in the end credits of the movie, it was “filmed on location in the 313”, with 313 being the area code for inner urban Detroit. The film follows Jimmy as he struggles to leave a dead-end life in Detroit and launch a career in hip hop, a genre dominated by African-Americans.
Michigan – 8 Mile (2002)
Nevada – The Hangover (2008)
A cult-classic, The Hangover is surely one of the most famous films to have been filmed in Nevada, specifically Las Vegas. Much of the film is featured at Caesar’s Palace in the hotel’s real lobby, corridors and the rooftop! The film follows a group of pals celebrating their soon-to-be married bachelor friend’s wedding. However, after drinking some spiked Jägermeister, the night runs in a way anything other than smoothly.
Nevada – The Hangover (2008)
Oregon – Twilight (2008)
The film and the book are both set in Forks, Washington, however the film was mostly shot in Portland, Oregon. Washington and California are just mentioned in passing throughout the film. The town of “Forks, WA” was filmed extensively in Vernonia, Oregon. This film follows the growth of Bella Swan’s (a teenage girl) romance with Edward Cullen (a vampire), as well as Edward and his family’s efforts to keep Bella safe from a coven of wicked vampires.
Oregon – Twilight (2008)
Pennsylvania – Split (2016)
Split was actually filmed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and chronicles the kidnapping and imprisonment of three adolescent girls in an isolated underground facility by a man with 24 different personalities. On September 26, 2016, the film premiered at Fantastic Fest, and Universal Pictures distributed it in the United States on January 20, 2017.
Pennsylvania – Split (2016)
Michigan – RoboCop (1987)
Directed by Paul Verhoeven, this sci-fi film is the right mix of satire and action. We are not surprised that it has earned a cult following since it first came out in 1987. This came from the same guy who gave us Starship Troopers, after all. Anyway, this film is great at poking fun at the American fixation on violence. This is the reason a lot of people think that Detroit made for the perfect setting.
Michigan – RoboCop (1987)
Illinois – The Dark Knight (2008)
The majority of The Dark Knight was shot in and around Chicago. The movie featured locations such as the Sears Tower and the Navy Pear. The film was the first mainstream feature to use IMAX 70 mm cameras in part, with Nolan employing them for 28 minutes of the film, including the first appearance of the Joker. The film is regarded as one of the finest and most influential pictures of all time, as well as one of the best films of its decade.
Illinois The Dark Knight
Louisiana – Dallas Buyers Club (2013)
Principal photography began on October 1, 2012, in New Orleans, and lasted 25 days, with additional filming in Baton Rouge. The film was co-produced by Brenner and Rachel Winter. The film follows Ron Woodroof (Matthew McConaughey), an AIDS patient diagnosed in the mid-1980s at a time when HIV/AIDS medications were under-researched and the disease was widely stigmatized.
Louisiana Dallas Buyers Club
Alabama – Get Out (2017)
Get Out was shot in three weeks at Fairhope, Alabama, followed by Barton Academy and the Ashland Place Historic District in midtown Mobile, Alabama. The house’s façade and interior were shot just south of Fairhope. Get Out had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2017, and Universal Pictures distributed it in theaters on February 24, 2017. It earned a lot of praise from critics for its screenplay, direction, acting, and social commentary.
Alabama Get Out
Hawaii – Just Go With It (2011)
The majority of the film was shot on the Hawaiian islands of Maui and Kauai. Hollywood hotspots like Beverly Hills, Hotel Casa Del Mar, and Oak Park in California were also used as filming sites for Just Go With It. The film’s shoot in the Hawaiian islands of Maui and Kauai lasted approximately 4-6 weeks and began in April of 2010.
Hawaii Just Go With It (2011)
New York – Black Swan (2010)
The drama takes place in New York, where Leroy’s firm is housed at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, which is located on Columbus Avenue between West 63rd and West 64th Streets on the West Side. Nina’s (Natalie Portman) obsession with perfection stems from the fact that it is Manhattan’s foremost performing arts center. The picture got positive reviews at its initial release, with particular praise for Aronofsky’s direction and Portman and Kunis’ performances. It was a financial triumph, generating $330 million worldwide on a budget of $13 million.
New York Black Swan
Georgia – Baby Driver (2017)
The majority of Baby Driver was shot in downtown Atlanta, with location shots emphasizing local icons like Peachtree Center (pictured in 2019). Because Atlanta frequently serves as a stand-in for other worldwide cities in blockbuster films, preserving the city’s ethos was critical for an authentic plot. The main photography took taken in the central business district for four months, from February to May 2016.
Georgia Baby Driver
California – Rush Hour (1998)
Brett Ratner intended to place Jackie Chan in a buddy-cop movie after the success of Rumble in the Bronx, but not as a co-star or sidekick, but on an equal footing with an American star. Ratner travelled to South Africa to pitch the film to Chan, who was filming there. Chan agreed to star in the film a few days later and travelled to Los Angeles to meet Chris Tucker. Tucker was instrumental in getting Ratner’s first feature picture, Money Talks, made, and Ratner thought Tucker and Chan would make a fantastic partnership.
California Rush Hour (1998)
New York – The Greatest Showman (2017)
The Greatest Showman, unlike most current films, was mostly shot on location in New York City, the real-life home of P.T. Barnum’s famous circus. Almost all of the locations featured in the film are real buildings and venues in New York City, despite the fact that some of the magnificent sets were shot on the Warner Brothers staging in Los Angeles. When compared to the surreal musical sequences and the larger-than-life character of P.T. Barnum, the inclusion of real historic buildings helps to ground the film in reality.
New York The Greatest Showman
Atlanta – The Founder (2016)
Atlanta and the majority of Midwest cities have little in common. However, filmmaker John Lee Hancock used Atlanta as a stand-in for a variety of locales while filming The Founder. The movie “McDonald’s” about the company’s founding, which was released in 2017 is set in Minnesota but filmed in Atlanta.
Atlanta The Founder (2016)
North Carolina – The Conjuring (2013)
Late February 2012 saw the start of principal photography. Shooting took place mostly at EUE/Screen Gems Studios as well as various sites in and around Wilmington, North Carolina, over the course of 38 days. In March 2012, while the campus was on spring vacation, filming took place at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. The film’s primary photography ended on April 26, 2012, after wrapping in Wilmington on April 20.
North Carolina The Conjuring
Louisiana – Pitch Perfect (2012)
Pitch Perfect was shot in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is the capital of Louisiana, a state in the United States. The majority of the film’s scenes were filmed at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Despite the fact that the college in the film is called Barden University, it is a made-up name for the film.
Louisiana Pitch Perfect (2012)
Michigan – Gran Torino (2008)
The film’s initial plot was inspired by Minneapolis, Minnesota’s northeastern community, but the filmmakers elected to shoot it in Michigan, making it one of the first films to take advantage of the state’s new law offering substantial incentive packages to film producers. Gran Torino was filmed in a number of stunning sites in and around Detroit.
Michigan Gran Torino (2008)
Hawaii – Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)
A significant portion of this film was shot on Oahu, which is located in Hawaii, United States. The plot revolves around the trip that Peter, the film’s protagonist, takes after his fiancée breaks up with him. Hawaii’s top sites include Oahu, which is one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions. The video was shot on Oahu at the Turtle Bay Resort, which attracts a huge number of guests each year.
Hawaii Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)
Colorado – The Hateful Eight (2015)
The state of Colorado agreed to sponsor the film’s production with $5 million on September 26, 2014, and consequently the entire film would be produced in Southwest Colorado. The production was given a 900-acre ranch to film on. On October 16, a meeting was held, and the county’s planning commission approved the construction of a temporary set. On December 8, 2014, principal photography on the Schmid Ranch outside Telluride, Colorado, began. The budget was estimated to be between $44 and 62 million dollars.
Colorado The Hateful Eight (2015)