- “Dances with Wolves” (1990) – This epic Western film directed by Kevin Costner features the landscapes of South Dakota and tells the story of a Civil War soldier who befriends a Native American tribe.
- “Badlands” (1973) – Directed by Terrence Malick, this crime drama film showcases the vast Badlands region of South Dakota as a backdrop to a story about a young couple on a crime spree.
- “North by Northwest” (1959) – Though not entirely set in South Dakota, this classic Alfred Hitchcock thriller has a memorable scene at Mount Rushmore, one of South Dakota’s most iconic landmarks.
- “Thunderheart” (1992) – Starring Val Kilmer, this mystery thriller is set on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota and explores the tensions between local Native American communities and the government.
- “National Treasure: Book of Secrets” (2007) – In this adventure film, the characters played by Nicolas Cage and Diane Kruger discover hidden treasure clues that lead them to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota.
- “Resurrecting the Champ” (2007) – Based on a true story, this sports drama follows the life of a sportswriter portrayed by Josh Hartnett, who stumbles upon a homeless man claiming to be a boxing champion from the past. The film is set in Denver, but features scenes in South Dakota.
- “In the Line of Duty: Siege at Marion” (1992) – This made-for-TV movie depicts the real-life 1979 prison riot at the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls.
- “The Lucky One” (2012) – Adapted from a Nicholas Sparks novel, this romantic drama stars Zac Efron and takes place in various locations, including South Dakota. It follows the story of a Marine who believes a photograph he found in Iraq has brought him good luck.
- “State of Grace” (1990) – Though primarily set in New York City, this crime thriller has a key scene in South Dakota. The movie stars Sean Penn, Ed Harris, and Gary Oldman.
- “Atlas Shrugged: Part II” (2012) – The second film in the adaptation of Ayn Rand’s novel features scenes set in South Dakota among other locations. It is a dystopian science fiction film.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in South Dakota
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