Edinburgh on film: 14 must-see movies shot in Edinburgh - including Trainspotting and Avengers: Infinity War
Edinburgh has provided the backdrop to some fantastic films over the years, perhaps the most famous being Danny Boyle's big-screen adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s cult novel Trainspotting.
But Trainspotting and its sequel, T2, are far from being the only big-budget movies shot in Scotland’s capital city.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see 14 movies where Edinburgh has played a starring role.
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Take a look through our photo gallery to see 15 movies shot in Scotland’s capital city.
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2. 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.
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3. Shallow Grave (1995)
Danny Boyle's directorial debut, starring a young Ewan McGregor, follows three New Town flatmates whose lives spiral out of control when they find a briefcase full of cash. The film was shot in both Edinburgh an Glasgow.
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4. Restless Natives (1985)
This classic comedy follows two rebellious youths from Wester Hailes who become modern day highwaymen.
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