Léon: The Professional (1994) – Filming Locations
Crime / Drama / Action · Directed by Luc Besson · Starring Jean Reno, Natalie Portman
Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.
Where was Léon: The Professional filmed?
- New York, United States, New York – Primary setting for the film including Léon's apartment building and surrounding streets. The film was shot extensively throughout New York City, particularly in Manhattan, establishing the gritty urban environment central to the story.
- New York, United States, New York – Chase and action sequences throughout the terminal. Grand Central Terminal was used for several key action sequences and chase scenes in the latter part of the film.
- New York, United States, New York – Outdoor scenes and character moments. Central Park provided natural outdoor locations for several scenes featuring the main characters.
- New York, United States, New York – Urban establishing shots and street scenes. Times Square and surrounding areas were filmed to establish the New York City setting and atmosphere.