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    A hiker stands atop Skellig Michael, County Kerry, gazing toward jagged sea rocks under misty skies. A hiker stands atop Skellig Michael, County Kerry, gazing toward jagged sea rocks under misty skies.

    Movies filmed in Ireland

    From Star Wars: The Force Awakens to Harry Potter, and The Quiet Man, here are the movies that make the big screen magic spring to life in Ireland

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    Dramatic rocky cliffs and headlands on the Dingle Peninsula, featured in Star Wars: The Last Jedi filming. Dramatic rocky cliffs and headlands on the Dingle Peninsula, featured in Star Wars: The Last Jedi filming.

    Two men walk a lakeside path in Connemara, County Galway, carrying canvases for painting outdoors. Two men walk a lakeside path in Connemara, County Galway, carrying canvases for painting outdoors.

    Four Letters of Love

    Ireland’s Pierce Brosnan and Gabriel Byrne star in this lyrical and romantic adaptation of Irish writer Niall Williams’ international bestselling novel. The big-hearted love story unfolds against even bigger backdrops, from mighty Errigal in County Donegal to rugged Murlough Bay in County Antrim.

    Hiccup gently touches Toothless’ snout in a lush forest scene from How to Train Your Dragon. Hiccup gently touches Toothless’ snout in a lush forest scene from How to Train Your Dragon.

    How to Train Your Dragon

    This epic live-action reimagining of Dreamworks Animation’s much-loved original trilogy was filmed at Belfast's Titanic Studios and across breathtaking locations in Northern Ireland, including the legendary Giant’s Causeway and Tollymore Forest Park. Gerard Butler heads up the ensemble cast.

    Cast of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves in costume, standing among giant stone statues in a fantasy scene. Cast of Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves in costume, standing among giant stone statues in a fantasy scene.

    Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves

    The rich world of the legendary role playing game comes to the big screen in a hilarious action packed movie. Filmed largely in Northern Ireland, the movie showcases the beauty of the Causeway Coast, the mystery of Tollymore and Castlewellan Forest Parks and the Giant’s Causeway. In cinemas now.

    Colin Farrell walking with a small donkey on grassy hills in Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland. Colin Farrell walking with a small donkey on grassy hills in Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland.

    The Banshees of Inisherin, Counties Galway and Mayo

    Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell take the lead in this incredible black comedy based during the Irish Civil War. The Wild Atlantic Way acts as the beautiful backdrop in this classic Martin McDonagh movie, with stunning shots of Inis Mór and Achill Island stealing the spotlight time and time again.

    Two men in a warmly lit bedroom, one reading on the bed, the other sitting and holding a large blue-and-white vase. Two men in a warmly lit bedroom, one reading on the bed, the other sitting and holding a large blue-and-white vase.

    An Irish Goodbye

    The Irish can find comedy in anything, even this story of two brothers who come together in the aftermath of their mother’s untimely death to fulfil her final wishes. Set on a farm in Northern Ireland, Oscar-winning An Irish Goodbye is as black a comedy as you’re likely to see but it’s brimming with warmth and tenderness.

    Scene from An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) with a man and young girl walking a shaded path carrying metal buckets. Scene from An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl) with a man and young girl walking a shaded path carrying metal buckets.

    An Cailín Ciúin (The Quiet Girl)

    Understated, powerful and a big hit with both critics and audiences, A Quiet Girl explores the emotional journey of Cáit, a young girl living in a Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking region) of Ireland. The film captures the beauty of the Irish language and culture, as well as the struggles and joys of growing up in a rural community.

    Close-up of Rey and droid BB-8 in a forest scene from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, filmed in Ireland. Close-up of Rey and droid BB-8 in a forest scene from Star Wars: The Force Awakens, filmed in Ireland.

    Star Wars: The Force Awakens – County Kerry

    While filming The Force Awakens along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, actors Daisy Ridley and Mark Hamill could be found walking the steep cliffside steps of the magnificent island Skellig Michael. Known for its medieval beehive huts, stunning wildlife and ocean waves, this UNESCO World Heritage Site casts a spell in one of cinema's biggest franchises.

    Bono and The Edge sit with a friar in a library, guitars behind them, during A Sort of Homecoming filming. Bono and The Edge sit with a friar in a library, guitars behind them, during A Sort of Homecoming filming.

    Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming

    US chat show king David Letterman explores Dublin with Bono and The Edge in the Disney+ documentary “A Sort of Homecoming”. The U2 singer and guitarist talk about the band’s early days, their long-lasting friendship, and the secret behind the songwriting partnership that changed rock ‘n’ roll history.

    Golden sunset over Curracloe Beach in County Wexford, Ireland, with calm waves lapping the shore. Golden sunset over Curracloe Beach in County Wexford, Ireland, with calm waves lapping the shore.

    Saving Private Ryan – County Wexford

    The opening D-Day scenes in this movie are both spectacular and harrowing. What’s more – they were filmed on County Wexford’s stunning Curracloe Beach. Steven Spielberg must have known that to recreate one of the 20th century’s most dramatic moments, he needed somewhere special. With its wide sands and ocean views, Curracloe is not to be missed.

    Domhnall Gleeson and Saoirse Ronan walk along a beach in County Wexford during filming of Brooklyn. Domhnall Gleeson and Saoirse Ronan walk along a beach in County Wexford during filming of Brooklyn.

    Brooklyn – County Wexford

    The main action may have taken place Stateside, but Brooklyn was also partly filmed in Enniscorthy, County Wexford. The film takes us back to 1950s Ireland – and earned an Oscar nomination for its star, Irish actor Saoirse Ronan. Curracloe and Ballinesker beaches also feature in the movie.

    The historic Kilmainham Gaol interior in Dublin, with tiered walkways and a central metal staircase. The historic Kilmainham Gaol interior in Dublin, with tiered walkways and a central metal staircase.

    Paddington 2 – Kilmainham Gaol

    Everybody’s favourite bear shared the screen with a star of Irish history in Paddington 2. Look closely at some of the interior prison shots and you might recognise the atmospheric Victorian East Wing of Kilmainham Gaol, already a star of classic films such as The Italian Job and The Wind That Shakes The Barley.

    View of Belfast City Hall and surrounding streets on a clear day, with people walking and traffic passing by. View of Belfast City Hall and surrounding streets on a clear day, with people walking and traffic passing by.

    Belfast, Belfast, County Antrim

    This Oscar-winning coming-of-age drama charts the life of a 9-year-old boy during turbulent times in the bustling city of Belfast and continues to strike a chord with viewers across the world. Directed and written by Belfast native Kenneth Branagh, it’s easy to see the film for what it is – a love letter to the city of Belfast and its people.

    Stone cottages and green gardens line the stream in Rostrevor, County Down, from Philomena. Stone cottages and green gardens line the stream in Rostrevor, County Down, from Philomena.

    Philomena – County Down

    Dame Judi Dench and Steve Coogan star in this true story about a woman searching for her long lost son. The film features a number of scenic locations, including Rostrevor, which lies at the foot of Slieve Martin, and the harbour village of Killyleagh in County Down. These scenic backdrops add to the authentic appeal of this tale of Ireland old and new.

    Heather blooms across the Wicklow Mountains under bright blue skies, a backdrop from P.S. I Love You. Heather blooms across the Wicklow Mountains under bright blue skies, a backdrop from P.S. I Love You.

    P.S. I Love You – County Wicklow

    This romantic drama is a bit like a love-letter to Ireland. Featuring some of the most stunning locations on the east coast, including The Sally Gap and picturesque lakeside village Lacken, the characters in this film find themselves smitten by the heather-flecked landscape and enchanting views of the Wicklow Way. Us too.

    View from Howth Head, County Dublin, overlooking gorse-covered hills and Dublin Bay’s sweeping coastline. View from Howth Head, County Dublin, overlooking gorse-covered hills and Dublin Bay’s sweeping coastline.

    Once – County Dublin

    This Oscar-winning movie is quite the charmer. And it's not just the love story and the soundtrack that sets it apart: it's the great Dublin locations such as Grafton Street, Temple Bar, St Stephen’s Green and Killiney Hill.

    Trim Castle in County Meath, surrounded by lush fields, featured as a filming location for Braveheart. Trim Castle in County Meath, surrounded by lush fields, featured as a filming location for Braveheart.

    Braveheart – Counties Meath and Wicklow

    Braveheart might be Mel Gibson’s movie but Trim Castle is the star. This Norman stronghold in County Meath is hard to miss with its crenelated towers, medieval keep and battlements. On screen it doubles as the walled city of York. The Wicklow Mountains also feature as a wild backdrop.

    Aerial view of Inch Strand in County Kerry, Ireland, with a long sandy beach and Atlantic waters stretching to the horizon. Aerial view of Inch Strand in County Kerry, Ireland, with a long sandy beach and Atlantic waters stretching to the horizon.

    Ryan's Daughter – Counties Clare and Kerry

    From the opening shot high above the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, this passionate Oscar-winning picture captures the drama and romance of Ireland’s west coast. Slea Head and Dunmore Head are two perennial standouts. One thing for sure – love on the rocks has never looked better.

    Stone arched bridge over a stream in County Galway, Ireland, featured in The Quiet Man film. Stone arched bridge over a stream in County Galway, Ireland, featured in The Quiet Man film.

    The Quiet Man – Counties Galway and Mayo

    In 1952, John Wayne swaggered into Cong in County Mayo and introduced this quintessential Irish village to the world. This Oscar-winning classic takes in Ashford Castle, Thoor Ballylee (once home to WB Yeats) and, of course, the Quiet Man Bridge over the Owenriff River.

    Charming village street in Killough, County Down, Ireland, lined with whitewashed cottages and hanging flower baskets. Charming village street in Killough, County Down, Ireland, lined with whitewashed cottages and hanging flower baskets.

    The Shore – County Down

    In this Oscar-winning short movie, Ciaran Hinds and Conleth Hill play two friends reunited in the sleepy streets of Killough. This seaside village is shown in all its authentic charm in the film, which also features some fabulous on-location shots of Northern Ireland’s very own Coney Island.

    The striking flat-topped Ben Bulben mountain in County Sligo, a filming location for the movie Calvary. The striking flat-topped Ben Bulben mountain in County Sligo, a filming location for the movie Calvary.

    Calvary – County Sligo

    This movie has two leads: Brendan Gleeson and County Sligo. The drama takes place against the backdrop of the unspoiled landscapes surrounding Ben Bulben and the churning Atlantic views on Streedagh beach. Long past the end credits the scenery stays with you, as does Gleeson’s phenomenal performance.

    Dunluce Castle, County Antrim, perched dramatically on cliffs above the sea, featured in Artemis Fowl. Dunluce Castle, County Antrim, perched dramatically on cliffs above the sea, featured in Artemis Fowl.

    Artemis Fowl – County Antrim

    Author of Artemis Fowl, Eoin Colfer was born in Ireland, so it's only fitting that his homeland featured as the backdrop for the Disney film adaptation. The bestselling children's book series was filmed around some of Northern Ireland's most legendary locations, including 16th century Dunluce Castle, White Rocks beach and the epic Causeway Coastal Route.

    Sunset over the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, a filming location for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Sunset over the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, a filming location for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

    Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince – Counties Clare and Kerry

    The Cliffs of Moher: where wizards Harry Potter and Dumbledore come searching for the soul of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named. Even a muggle can see the magic in this place: on a clear day you can spot the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, as well as the Maum Turk mountains in Connemara.

    Amy Adams in a flowing dress outside a flower-covered pink house in County Wicklow during Disenchanted filming. Amy Adams in a flowing dress outside a flower-covered pink house in County Wicklow during Disenchanted filming.

    Disenchanted, County Wicklow

    When you wish for a fairytale life, it’s no wonder you end up in Ireland. This Disney hit was filmed in the charming town of Enniskerry in County Wicklow amid the storied landscapes of Ireland’s Ancient East. The town was transformed into a magical wonderland to set the scene for movie stars Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey.