X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) – Filming Locations
Action / Adventure / Science Fiction · Directed by Bryan Singer · Starring Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence
The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods as they join forces with their younger selves in an epic battle that must change the past – to save our future.
Where was X-Men: Days of Future Past filmed?
- Montreal, Canada, Montreal – Future timeline sequences and establishing shots of the dystopian world. The historic district served as a key location for the film's future sequences, chosen for its distinctive architecture that could convincingly represent a war-torn cityscape
- Washington, D.C., United States, Washington – The climactic confrontation and the film's pivotal action sequence. The iconic monument provided a symbolic and visually striking backdrop for the film's major climax involving the historical Kennedy assassination plot
- Paris, France, Paris – Establishing shots and location sequences in the 1970s timeline. Used for exterior sequences set in 1973 Paris, lending period authenticity to the film's flashback sequences
- Versailles, France, Versailles – Interior and exterior sequences in the 1970s timeline. The palace was used for key sequences set in the 1970s, providing elegant period-appropriate interiors and exteriors for scenes involving historical figures
- New York City, United States, New York – Establishing shots and transitional sequences throughout the film. The city was used for various exterior shots establishing the dystopian future timeline and contemporary sequences
- East Berlin, Germany, Berlin – Chase and action sequences in the 1970s timeline. Berlin provided Cold War-era locations that enhanced the authenticity of scenes set during the historical period of the film's flashback narrative