From sci-fi worlds and dystopian times to historical and Bond films, Scotland has been a backdrop for several kinds of films over the years and is only gaining popularity amongst location scouts. Here are 10 iconic locations which have been featured in films.
1. Glenfinnan Viaduct
When Harry Potter jumps aboard the Hogwarts Express to take him to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the train can be spotted crossing the 21 arches of Glenfinnan Viaduct. | Freelance Photo: Stewart Sievwright
2. Doune Castle
The 14th century Doune Castle features in the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Visitors to the castle can now take an audio tour narrated by Monty Pyton's Terry Jones. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Historic Scotland
3. Linlithgow Palace
Linlithgow Palace featured in the Netflix sage, Outlaw King, following Robert the Bruce played by Chris Pine as he fights to regain control of Scotland after being made an outlaw by the King of England for taking the Scottish Crown. | Freelance Photo: VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
4. Dunnottar Castle
Dunnottar Castleappeared in the 2015 adaptation of Victor Frankenstein starring Daniel Radcliffe and James McAvoy as well as inspiring Merida's DunBroch family castle in the Disney Pixar film, Brave. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Contributed