JFK (1991) – Filming Locations
Drama / Thriller / History · Directed by Oliver Stone · Starring Kevin Costner, Laurie Metcalf
Follows the investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy led by New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison.
Where was JFK filmed?
- Dallas, United States, Dallas – Recreation of the Kennedy assassination and multiple flashback sequences showing the motorcade route. The actual location of JFK's assassination, filmed extensively to recreate the historic November 22, 1963 event from multiple perspectives
- Dallas, United States, Dallas – Flashback scenes and investigative sequences depicting the alleged sniper's nest. The actual building from which Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly fired the fatal shots, used for historical accuracy in depicting the crime scene
- New Orleans, United States, New Orleans – Investigation scenes with Jim Garrison examining evidence and interviewing witnesses from New Orleans. Key location for Jim Garrison's investigation into the Kennedy assassination conspiracy, filmed on location in the historic district
- Washington, D.C., United States, Washington – Political and government scenes depicting Washington power structures and official inquiries. Filmed on location to depict the government establishment and political context surrounding the assassination investigation
- New Orleans, United States, New Orleans – Scenes depicting Oswald's background and New Orleans sequences. Historic New Orleans location used for scenes establishing Oswald's connections to the city during the investigation
- Dallas, United States, Dallas – Courtroom sequences and trial proceedings in the final act. The actual courthouse where Garrison presents his theory and evidence regarding the assassination conspiracy