The Greatest Showman (2017) – Filming Locations
Drama · Directed by Michael Gracey · Starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams
The story of American showman P.T. Barnum, founder of the circus that became the famous traveling Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Where was The Greatest Showman filmed?
- New York, United States, New York – The iconic circus tent performances and grand finale musical numbers. The film's climactic performances and many circus sequences were filmed at this legendary New York venue, which served as the primary location for the Barnum & Bailey Circus scenes
- Brooklyn, United States, Brooklyn – Barnum's early circus scenes and carnival attractions. The historic amusement park provided the setting for Barnum's initial circus ventures and early performance sequences
- Boston, United States, Boston – Various theatrical and performance venues where Barnum presents his attractions. Boston's historic theatre district served as a location for scenes depicting Barnum's early theatrical promotions and circus performances
- New York, United States, New York – Street scenes, parades, and public celebration sequences throughout the film. The heart of Manhattan provided numerous street-level filming locations for crowd scenes and Barnum's promotional activities
- New York, United States, New York – Scenes at Jenny Lind's residence and high-society settings. The elegant Upper West Side and museum area provided the backdrop for scenes depicting New York's wealthy elite and Jenny Lind's sophisticated world