The turn-of-the-millennium sci-fi series about a genetically engineered supersoldier in a post-apocalyptic Seattle was filmed in Vancouver, Canada – whose city, dams and forests built a broken near-future America.
Where was Dark Angel filmed?
Dark Angel was filmed in and around Vancouver, Canada – the city, the Ruskin Dam and the BC forests – with Seattle establishing shots.
Every Dark Angel location, explained
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Post-pulse Seattle – Vancouver
The broken city used Vancouver, British Columbia.
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The dam and forests
Action scenes used the Ruskin Dam near Mission and the BC forests.
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North Vancouver – the studios
Interiors were built at studios in North Vancouver.
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Seattle – establishing shots
The real Seattle appears in establishing shots.
Planning a visit
Vancouver – which built the show’s broken near-future – is a real, accessible part of British Columbia.
Dark Angel Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vancouver The post-apocalyptic Seattle was built from Vancouver locations.
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A James Cameron series The show was co-created by James Cameron.
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Alba's breakout It launched the career of Jessica Alba.
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A near-future dystopia The story follows a genetically engineered supersoldier on the run.
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Set after 'The Pulse' An electromagnetic pulse has thrown America into chaos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Dark Angel filmed?
In and around Vancouver, Canada – the city, the Ruskin Dam and the BC forests – with Seattle establishing shots.
Is it set in Seattle?
Yes – a post-apocalyptic Seattle, filmed in Vancouver.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Vancouver and its surroundings are accessible.
Who created Dark Angel?
James Cameron and Charles Eglee.
Who stars in it?
Jessica Alba.
