Batgirl Cancelled: 12 popular movies shot in Scotland following news Warner Bros cancelled 'Batgirl' movie set in Glasgow
As a land full of culture and some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes, it’s not surprising that many spots in Scotland have featured in well-known movies.
Scotland is a fabulous source of inspiration for scouts and film-makers around the globe, who seek to tell stories that immerse viewers in epic quests with unforgettable backdrops.
From tales of love and romance, to immense battles and historical literature, Scotland has played an important role in big screen productions.
5. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 1975 (Argyll)
Monty Python and the Holy Grail was filmed extensively in Scotland and Castle Stalker (Argyll) was used as the "Castle of AaaaaaAAArrrrghhh." Photo: Submitted (Trafalgar Releasing)
6. Harry Potter 2001 - 2011 (Highlands)
Filming locations of Harry Potter in Scotland include Loch Etive, Glencoe, Corrour, Loch Arkaig, and Glenfinnan Viaduct. Harry Potter fans are often fond of the steam train called "The Jacobite" which offers a sightseeing experience via West Coast Railways. Photo: wanderluster (via Canva)
7. 2001: A Space Odyssey | 1968 (Outer Hebrides)
The rocky coastline of South Harris in the Outer Hebrides features via optically distorted shots as Dave Bowman (Keir Dullea) traverses the surface of an alien planet. Photo: Submitted (Stanley Kubrick Productions)
8. The Da Vinci Code 2006 (Midlothian)
Chosen for having the appropriate amount of mystery needed for the story, The Da Vinci Code movie (based on Dan Brown's bestselling book) features a scene set in Rosslyn Chapel near Edinburgh. Photo: אמפל (via Wikimedia Commons)