Scenes from Pokemon Detective Pikachu were filmed in the Scottish Highlands. Glen Nevis and the surrounding area was temporarily shut off to the public in 2018 for the film production. Filming was also reported to have taken place at the mysterious Devil's Pulpit located in Stirlingshire.placeholder image
Scenes from Pokemon Detective Pikachu were filmed in the Scottish Highlands. Glen Nevis and the surrounding area was temporarily shut off to the public in 2018 for the film production. Filming was also reported to have taken place at the mysterious Devil's Pulpit located in Stirlingshire.

12 Popular movies that feature Scotland starting with Pokémon Detective Pikachu

Thomas Mackay
By Thomas Mackay

Search and Trends Writer

Published 4th Aug 2022, 10:35 GMT
Updated 3rd Oct 2023, 14:18 GMT

Last year, Warner Bros scrapped their £57m ‘Batgirl’ movie which was filmed in Glasgow, but there are many great films to choose from that feature our bonnie land.

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.

Following news of ‘Batgirl’ (filmed in Glasgow) being cancelled, we’ve complied a list of twelve other popular films featuring bonnie Scotland.

Chosen as the perfect setting for the reimagining of Mary Shelley's classic horror story, this film features the gothic Dunnottar Castle (Aberdeenshire).

9. Victor Frankenstein 2015 (Stonehaven)

Chosen as the perfect setting for the reimagining of Mary Shelley's classic horror story, this film features the gothic Dunnottar Castle (Aberdeenshire). Photo: num_skyman (via Canva)

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Glen Nevis, near Fort William, has featured in many famous films including Braveheart, and has also appeared in the 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise with Steall Falls. Steall Falls is Scotland's second highest waterfall.

10. Fantastic Beasts 2016 - 2022 (Glen Nevis)

Glen Nevis, near Fort William, has featured in many famous films including Braveheart, and has also appeared in the 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise with Steall Falls. Steall Falls is Scotland's second highest waterfall. Photo: Ian West

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The classic horror film was largely filmed in the spectacular Isle of Skye. Culzean Castle (Ayrshire) and its surroundings were also used for a lot of the film's shooting.

11. The Wicker Man 1973

The classic horror film was largely filmed in the spectacular Isle of Skye. Culzean Castle (Ayrshire) and its surroundings were also used for a lot of the film's shooting. Photo: Submitted (via British Lion Films)

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The 2011 romantic drama starring Eva Green and Ewan McGregor took place in Glasgow where the city centre, Kelvingrove park and the West End were among the locations included in the shooting.

12. Perfect Sense 2011 (Glasgow)

The 2011 romantic drama starring Eva Green and Ewan McGregor took place in Glasgow where the city centre, Kelvingrove park and the West End were among the locations included in the shooting. Photo: David Cheskin

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