Most People Don’t Know These 10 Movies Were Filmed In Northern California

There's a terrible misunderstanding when it comes to California and our movie-making talent. Most people who don't live here believe the movie industry in Hollywood is where all movies are made. They couldn't be more wrong. Northern California uses its gift of hospitality to welcome the entertainment industry with open arms. We love to share the beauty of this part of the state as their backdrop for hundreds of history-making movies.

You're welcome, Hollywood.

1. E.T. The Extraterrestrial - Crescent City

2. Mrs. Doubtfire - San Francisco

3. Star Wars: Return of the Jedi - Crescent City

4. Angels in the Outfield - Oakland

5. The Graduate - Berkeley

6. Yours Mine & Ours - Alameda

7. Predator 2 - Oakland

8. Dirty Harry - San Francisco

9. What's Up Doc? - San Francisco

10. American Graffiti - Petaluma and Marin County

We're sure this barely whet your appetite. So, do us a big favor and share a few movies in the comments below that you know were filmed in our neck of the woods!