Captain America: Civil War (2016) – Filming Locations
Adventure / Action / Science Fiction · Directed by Joe Russo · Starring Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson
Following the events of Age of Ultron, the collective governments of the world pass an act designed to regulate all superhuman activity. This polarizes opinion amongst the Avengers, causing two factions to side with Iron Man or Captain America, which causes an epic battle between former allies.
Where was Captain America: Civil War filmed?
- Atlanta, United States, Atlanta – Opening action sequence with the Avengers pursuing Crossbones in Lagos (filmed as stand-in). Atlanta's downtown served as a primary filming hub for action sequences and street scenes throughout production
- Berlin, Germany, Berlin – The major airport fight sequence where the Avengers clash over the Sokovia Accords. Berlin was used for sequences set in the film's fictional airport location, representing a central European setting
- Leipzig, Germany, Leipzig – The major airport battle sequence between Team Iron Man and Team Captain America. Leipzig-Halle Airport served as the primary filming location for the iconic airport confrontation scene
- New York, United States, New York – General New York City scenes and establishing shots of the Avengers facility. New York was used for establishing shots and scenes set in the fictional Avengers headquarters
- Puerto Rico, United States, San Juan – Sequences related to Zemo's background and Caribbean scenes. Puerto Rico was used for scenes establishing Zemo's motivations and Caribbean locations in the narrative
- London, United Kingdom, London – Scenes set in London involving political and Sokovia Accords discussions. London served as a filming location for scenes depicting United Nations meetings and political discussions