Edinburgh has provided the backdrop to some amazing films, with Danny Boyle's big-screen adaptation of Trainspotting among the best known.
But Trainspotting and its sequel, T2, are far from the only big-budget movies shot in our beautiful city. Indeed, there’s been heaps of great films shot here over the years, and more are being made now that ever before
Scroll through our photo gallery to see 15 movies where Edinburgh has played a starring role – and let us know your own favourites in the comments section before you go.
9. Restless Natives (1985)
This classic comedy follows two rebellious youths from Wester Hailes who become modern day highwaymen. Photo: Contributed
10. Outlaw King (2018)
Filmmakers transformed Craigmillar Castle in Southeast Edinburgh for Outlaw King, constructing an entire medieval town in the grounds for extras to populate. Photo: Scott Louden
11. Trainspotting (1996)
Adapted from the cult classic novel by Edinburgh-born author Irvine Welsh, Danny Boyle's Trainspotting is perhaps the most famous film to be set in Scotland's capital. Photo: Third Party
12. Fast & Furious 9 (2021)
Fast & Furious 9 was filmed in Edinburgh over 19 days in September 2019, 19 days that translate into a 12 minute high octane chase through the streets of the Capital. Photo: Third Party