The King's Speech (2010) – Filming Locations
Drama / History · Directed by Tom Hooper · Starring Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter
The King's Speech tells the story of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George ('Bertie') reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a dreaded stutter and considered unfit to be king, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue. Through a set of unexpected techniques, and as a result of an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country into war.
Where was The King's Speech filmed?
- London, United Kingdom, London – Royal Palace interiors and exteriors where the King conducts state business. Iconic London landmark used for exterior shots of the royal residence and formal state sequences
- London, United Kingdom, London – The coronation ceremony of King George VI. Historic Gothic abbey serving as the location for the climactic coronation sequence
- London, United Kingdom, London – Parliament interiors and formal governmental settings. Gothic Revival parliament building used for scenes depicting constitutional political drama and state ceremonies
- London, United Kingdom, London – Exterior establishing shots and period-appropriate London vistas. Historic fortress filmed for its distinctive medieval silhouette and atmospheric London backdrop
- Windsor, United Kingdom, Windsor – Royal family private quarters and intimate domestic scenes between the King and his family. Royal residence used for interior and exterior filming showcasing the personal life of the royal family
- Eton, United Kingdom, Eton – Flashback scenes to the King's childhood education and formative years. Prestigious boarding school providing authentic setting for historical flashback sequences depicting the protagonist's youth