- “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986) – This iconic John Hughes film is set in various locations around Chicago, Illinois, as the mischievous high school student Ferris Bueller takes a day off from school.
- “The Blues Brothers” (1980) – This musical comedy follows brothers Jake and Elwood Blues as they reunite their band to save the Catholic orphanage where they were raised. It is primarily set in and around Chicago.
- “Home Alone” (1990) – While most of the film was shot in Illinois, the storyline itself takes place in a suburban Chicago neighbourhood. This family-friendly comedy features a young Macaulay Culkin defending his home from burglars during the holiday season.
- “The Untouchables” (1987) – Directed by Brian De Palma, this crime drama is set in Chicago during the Prohibition era. It tells the story of federal agent Eliot Ness and his mission to bring down the notorious gangster Al Capone.
- “High Fidelity” (2000) – Set in Chicago, this romantic comedy-drama stars John Cusack as a record store owner who reflects on his past relationships while actively pursuing a meaningful connection.
- “The Dark Knight” (2008) – Although Gotham City is a fictional place, director Christopher Nolan used various Chicago locations to depict the city. This superhero film features Christian Bale as Batman facing off against the Joker, played by Heath Ledger.
- “A League of Their Own” (1992) – Inspired by true events, this sports comedy-drama takes place in several locations, including Rockford, Illinois. It follows the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II.
- “The Fugitive” (1993) – This thrilling action film stars Harrison Ford as Dr. Richard Kimble, who becomes a fugitive after being wrongfully convicted of his wife’s murder. The story is set in Chicago as Kimble tries to clear his name.
- “Man of Steel” (2013) – While the film largely takes place in the fictional city of Metropolis, it features several scenes set in Smallville, Kansas, which is near the Illinois-Kansas state line.
- “The Breakfast Club” (1985) – Set in Shermer, Illinois, this coming-of-age comedy-drama directed by John Hughes follows five high school students from different social circles as they spend a Saturday detention together.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Illinois
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