- “Atonement” (2007): This romantic drama, based on the novel by Ian McEwan, features scenes set in East Sussex, including the iconic pier in Brighton.
- “Quadrophenia” (1979): Set in the 1960s, this film tells the story of a young Londoner finding his identity amidst the Mods and Rockers subcultures in Brighton.
- “The Boat That Rocked” (2009): A comedy set in the 1960s, it revolves around a fictional pirate radio station based offshore in the English Channel near East Sussex.
- “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” (1968): While not entirely set in East Sussex, parts of this classic family musical were filmed in the village of Chiddingstone.
- “Five Million Years to Earth” (1967): This science fiction film, also known as “Quatermass and the Pit,” features several scenes set in East Sussex, including the iconic white cliffs.
- “The Hide” (2008): A suspenseful thriller set in the remote marshlands of East Sussex, this film showcases the region’s atmospheric landscapes.
- “Venus” (2006): Starring Peter O’Toole, this poignant drama tells the story of an aging actor and his relationship with a young woman. Some scenes were filmed in East Sussex.
- “Summer in February” (2013): Based on a true story, this period drama takes place in Lamorna Cove, Cornwall, but its scenes and landscapes were filmed in East Sussex.
- “Hope and Glory” (1987): Set during World War II, this acclaimed film includes scenes filmed in Eastbourne, showcasing the town’s iconic pier and seafront.
- “Separation” (1949): This tense drama, starring Valerie Hobson and Michael Rennie, is set in a sleepy coastal village in East Sussex, highlighting the region’s scenic charm.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in East Sussex
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