WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Leicestershire

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  • “This Sporting Life” (1963) – This drama film starring Limerick’s Richard Harris and directed by Lindsay Anderson features some scenes set in and around Leicester.
  • “Four Weddings and a Funeral” (1994) – While this romantic comedy primarily takes place in London, Leicestershire is briefly featured in a few scenes, particularly during the wedding celebrations.
  • “Princess Kaiulani” (2009) – This biographical drama about the last crown princess of the Kingdom of Hawaii has some scenes set in Leicestershire.
  • “The Da Vinci Code” (2006) – Though predominantly set in France, this thriller based on Dan Brown’s novel includes some scenes filmed in Temple Bruer, Leicestershire.
  • “A Room with a View” (1985) – While the majority of this romantic drama takes place in Florence, Italy, a small portion of the film is set in Leicestershire.
  • “An American Werewolf in London” (1981) – Although the vast majority of this horror-comedy is set in London, the movie begins in the moors of Yorkshire, and some scenes were shot in Oadby, Leicestershire.
  • “The Legend of Tarzan” (2016) – While the film is primarily set in Africa, some scenes depicting Jane Porter’s childhood home were filmed at Chavenage House in Leicestershire.
  • “My Week with Marilyn” (2011) – This biographical drama about Marilyn Monroe’s visit to England features a scene set in Leicester.
  • “Die Another Day” (2002) – Although the majority of this James Bond film takes place in international locations, a few scenes were shot at Bradgate Park in Leicestershire.
  • “The Zombie Diaries” (2006) – This low-budget horror film, shot in a found-footage style, was partly filmed in Leicestershire, particularly around the Market Harbourough area.
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