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Top 10 Most Prolific Film Location Hubs Outside Major Metropolises

This ranking highlights the top ten most prolific film location hubs outside major metropolitan areas globally. These regions, known for unique topography, generous tax incentives, or mature studio infrastructure, have become 'second homes' for filmmakers worldwide. Ranking is based on the volume of annual location permits and the Global Film Location Index.

Current #1
Ouarzazate, Morocco

Interesting Facts & Summary

Often, the 'alien landscapes' or 'medieval cities' you see on screen are concentrated in just a few key regions.

  • Geographical Diversity: Ouarzazate, Morocco, known as the 'Hollywood of the Desert,' hosts almost every desert-based epic.
  • Tax Incentives: Regions like Georgia (USA) have become production havens due to aggressive tax credits.
  • Cultural Impact: Many small towns have transformed into cinematic pilgrimage sites, birthing thriving 'film-tourism' economies.
RankNameAnnual Shoot PermitsCore Characteristic
Ouarzazate, Morocco
450Desert and ancient kasbah landscapes
Queenstown, New Zealand
380Epic fantasy film location
Almería, Spain
320Spaghetti Western desert hub
4
Moab, USA
290Red rock canyon landscapes
5
Vancouver Island, Canada
260Temperate rainforest and coastal scenery
6
Dubrovnik, Croatia
210Mediterranean historical architecture
7
Matera, Italy
180Ancient Sassi cave dwellings
8
Vík í Mýrdal, Iceland
150Arctic and glacial landscapes
9
Savannah, Georgia, USA
140Southern gothic style and forests
10
Wadi Rum, Jordan
120Martian and lunar-like landscapes

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