Darkest Hour (2017) – Filming Locations
Drama / History · Directed by Joe Wright · Starring Gary Oldman, Lily James
In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.
Where was Darkest Hour filmed?
- London, United Kingdom, London – Churchill addresses Parliament and conducts War Cabinet meetings during the early days of his premiership. The iconic seat of British government was used for exterior and some interior scenes of the War Cabinet and Parliamentary proceedings
- London, United Kingdom, London – Churchill takes a solitary walk through the park contemplating the weight of his decisions. The historic royal park provides a reflective setting for Churchill's character moments and internal struggles
- London, United Kingdom, London – Churchill travels incognito on the London Underground to gauge public morale during the Blitz. The Tube provided an authentic setting for Churchill's pivotal moment connecting with ordinary Londoners and discovering their resolve
- London, United Kingdom, London – Exterior shots of Churchill's official residence and workplace as Prime Minister. The Prime Minister's residence and office serve as Churchill's center of operations throughout the film
- London, United Kingdom, London – Panoramic views of London during the German bombing campaign and wartime London streets. The iconic bridge serves as a visual landmark representing London during the Blitz and the city under wartime stress