- “No Country for Old Men” (2007) – This Coen Brothers’ crime thriller is set in various locations across Texas and New Mexico.
- “Breaking Bad” (TV series, 2008-2013) – While not a movie, this critically acclaimed show about a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine producer is set and primarily filmed in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
- “The Milagro Beanfield War” (1988) – Directed by Robert Redford, this film tells the story of locals defending their community from commercial development in a remote New Mexico village.
- “Wild Hogs” (2007) – Although the main story takes place in Ohio, this comedy about a group of middle-aged friends riding motorcycles visits various locations in New Mexico.
- “3:10 to Yuma” (2007) – While the majority of the film is set in Arizona, some scenes were filmed in northern New Mexico, showcasing the state’s beautiful landscapes.
- “The Ridiculous 6” (2015) – A comedy Western film starring Adam Sandler that features various New Mexico locations as the backdrop for the adventures of six brothers.
- “Nostradamus” (1994) – This thriller follows an FBI agent trying to prevent a terrorist attack during the 1999 New Year’s celebrations in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
- “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” (2008) – While the film’s story spans multiple locations, some scenes take place in New Mexico, including the mysterious Crystal Skulls’ discovery.
- “Crazy Heart” (2009) – This drama starring Jeff Bridges and Maggie Gyllenhaal takes place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and captures the local music scene and the struggles of a washed-up country singer.
- “Meek’s Cutoff” (2010) – Based on a true story, this Western drama is set in 1845 and follows a group of settlers traveling through the Oregon desert, but some scenes were filmed in New Mexico’s desert areas.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in New Mexico
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