The World's Fastest Indian (2005) – Filming Locations
Drama / Adventure / History · Directed by Roger Donaldson · Starring Anthony Hopkins, Diane Ladd
The life story of New Zealander Burt Munro, who spent years building a 1920 Indian motorcycle—a bike which helped him set the land-speed world record at Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats in 1967.
Where was The World's Fastest Indian filmed?
- Auckland, New Zealand, Auckland – Burt Munro's home and early scenes establishing his life in New Zealand. The film opens in Auckland, establishing Burt's modest life and his obsession with his Indian motorcycle before his journey begins
- Invercargill, New Zealand, Invercargill – Burt's home town where he prepares his motorcycle and says goodbye to friends. The real hometown of Burt Munro, used to depict his small-town life and the community that knew him
- Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, United States, Bonneville Salt Flats – Burt attempts the land speed record with his Indian motorcycle on the salt flats. The iconic legendary salt flats in Utah where Burt Munro actually set his world speed record, providing the climactic racing sequences and authentic venue for the film's central achievement
- Los Angeles, California, United States, Los Angeles – Burt travels through Los Angeles and encounters various characters during his cross-country journey. Used to depict Burt's journey across America, showing his adventures and encounters with people he meets while traveling to the salt flats
- Southern Utah, United States, Southern Utah – Burt's cross-country road trip sequences driving through desert landscapes. The desert highways and natural landscapes of southern Utah serve as the backdrop for Burt's journey across America toward Bonneville