The Theory of Everything (2014) – Filming Locations
Drama / Romance · Directed by James Marsh · Starring Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones
The Theory of Everything is the extraordinary story of one of the world’s greatest living minds, the renowned astrophysicist Stephen Hawking, who falls deeply in love with fellow Cambridge student Jane Wilde.
Where was The Theory of Everything filmed?
- Cambridge, England, Cambridge – Stephen Hawking as a young student at Cambridge University; college scenes and punting on the Cam. The prestigious college where Hawking studied physics and where much of his academic life unfolded; iconic architecture frames his formative years
- Cambridge, England, Cambridge – College scenes, garden walks, and social gatherings during Hawking's university years. Used for exterior shots of Cambridge college life and the romantic early relationship between Stephen and Jane
- Cambridge, England, Cambridge – Stephen and Jane walk and talk along the river; romantic scenes establishing their relationship. The picturesque riverside setting provides the idyllic backdrop for the couple's courtship and intimate moments
- London, England, London – Stephen receives his diagnosis of motor neurone disease; medical examination scenes. The actual London hospital where Hawking was diagnosed with ALS, lending historical authenticity to the pivotal medical scenes
- Cambridge, England, Cambridge – College and domestic scenes; the Hawking family home and university settings. Used for scenes depicting Hawking's life as his condition progresses and his family becomes central to the narrative
- St Andrews, Scotland, St Andrews – Scenes of Stephen's academic work and lectures. Historic Scottish university used to represent scenes of Hawking's continued academic contributions and professional achievements