The year was 1996, and everyone was headed to the movie theater to see one movie: Twister! This high-octane man vs. weather thriller directed by Jan De Bont delivered some of the most exciting action segments of the year, and it was all thanks to the on-location filming in Oklahoma – or was it? Few people know that Twister is possibly the most famous movie filmed in Iowa, because the filming shifted there for some of the later segments, including the climatic F5 tornado scene. Those key scenes were filmed in the charming small town of Eldora, which is certainly a far cry from the action-packed madness of the movie! If you’ve ever wondered “Where was Twister filmed?” you can visit, see for yourself, and enjoy the town’s unique atmosphere. And relax – the sky is looking clear! Let’s check out some of the Twister filming locations in Iowa:

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Have you visited Eldora, Iowa and seen the Twister filming locations in person? Let us know about your visit, and tell us your favorite movie filmed in Iowa in the comments section!

You could make your visit into an Iowa movie location road trip by heading straight east on U.S. 20 from Eldora to Dyersville, where Field of Dreams was filmed. For more unexpected small-town secrets, check out this list of Iowa’s most famous small-town celebrities.

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