Iconic Movies That Were Filmed in Texas
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Hollywood is the first place that comes to mind when thinking about where movies are filmed, but not every movie is produced in the City of Angels. Countless films are made in cities all across the country and around the world, and quite a few of them have been filmed in Texas. The Lone Star State has served as the backdrop to a number of films that have gone on to become classics, and chances are you’ve seen most, if not all of these iconic films that were shot in Texas.
Selena
The late superstar, Selena, was born in Lake Jackson, Texas, so it’s only fitting that some of the 1997 film chronicling her life was filmed in her home state.
Office Space
The beloved workplace comedy, released in 1999 and directed by Mike Judge, was filmed in Austin and Dallas.
Boyhood
The one-of-a-kind movie directed by Richard Linklater was filmed over the span of twelve years and tells the story of a young man growing up in Texas. Shots throughout the film feature locations in Houston, Austin, and Johnson City.
Dazed and Confused
Boyhood wasn’t the first film that director Richard Linklater shot in Texas. Dazed and Confused was filmed in Texas and starred Matthew McConaughey, who was born in the Lone Star State.
Bonnie and Clyde
One of the most iconic films in the history of cinema, Bonnie and Clyde was filmed in several cities across Texas, including Waxahachie, Garland, and Dallas.
No Country for Old Men
The backdrop of Texas may as well be a character in this acclaimed film, which was shot across West Texas. Viewers are likely to recognize Big Bend National Park and Marfa, as well as a number of other noteworthy Texas locations.
Friday Night Lights
Based on H.G. Bissinger’s novel about a high school football team based in Texas, Friday Night Lights has become a beloved classic. Filmed in 2004, the movie was shot in a number of Texas cities, including Odessa, Houston, Elgin, and Abilene.
Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
Tim Burton’s Pee Wee’s Big Adventure is inextricably linked to the Lone Star State, and most notoriously the San Antonio Parks and Recreation department.
The Alamo
Based on the story of Davy Crockett, the 1960 film starring the legendary John Wayne was filmed outside of Brackettville, Texas.
The Last Picture Show
Set in the Texas town of Archer City, The Last Picture Show is based on Larry McMurty’s novel of the same name and chronicles the experience of growing up in a desolate city.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
It would be misleading if this classic horror film was made anywhere but Texas. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was filmed in the cities of Leander, Round Rock, and Bastrop, Texas.
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