- The English Patient (1996): While not entirely set in Umbria, parts of this Academy Award-winning film were shot in and around the region, including the scenes featuring the medieval town of Città della Pieve.
- Under the Tuscan Sun (2003): Although the title suggests Tuscany, this romantic comedy-drama starring Diane Lane also features scenes filmed in Cortona, a beautiful town on the border between Umbria and Tuscany.
- The Great Beauty (2013): This Italian film, directed by Paolo Sorrentino, takes place in Rome but features a few scenes filmed in the town of Spoleto, showcasing its streets and ancient architecture.
- The English Teacher (2013): This comedy-drama starring Julianne Moore includes scenes shot in the town of Arezzo, which lies on the border between Umbria and Tuscany.
- The Taming of the Scoundrel (1980): This classic Italian comedy starring Adriano Celentano and Ornella Muti was filmed partly in Perugia, offering glimpses of the city’s historic centre.
- Bread and Tulips (2000): While the majority of the film is set in Venice, this delightful Italian comedy-drama also features scenes in Umbria, including the town of Spello.
- Black Sunday (1977): Directed by John Frankenheimer, this thriller stars Robert Shaw and was partially filmed in the city of Orvieto, showcasing its magnificent cathedral and medieval streets.
- Battle of the Bulge (1965): Although the main settings of this war film are in Belgium and Luxembourg, some scenes were filmed in the Umbrian town of Terni.
- Crime in Formula One (1953): Also known as “The Great Manhunt,” this Italian crime film features scenes shot in the city of Perugia, adding an atmospheric backdrop to the suspenseful storyline.
- Seduced and Abandoned (1964): Directed by Pietro Germi, this satirical film was partially shot in the town of Spoleto, capturing its timeless beauty and streets.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Umbria
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