The action classic in which a lone cop battles thieves in a Los Angeles skyscraper was filmed in the city itself, at the tower that became Nakatomi Plaza.
Where was Die Hard filmed?
Die Hard was filmed in Los Angeles, California.
Every Die Hard location, explained
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Nakatomi Plaza – Century City
The skyscraper used Fox Plaza in Century City, Los Angeles.
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The city – Los Angeles
The surrounding scenes used Los Angeles.
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The studios – Los Angeles
Interiors were built at studios in Los Angeles.
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A one-man siege
The story follows a cop battling thieves in a tower.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – the film’s real home, including the Nakatomi tower – is accessible.
Die Hard Fun Facts
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Filmed in Los Angeles The tower used Fox Plaza in Century City.
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Nakatomi Plaza A real LA skyscraper became the film’s famous tower.
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Bruce Willis He stars as the wisecracking cop John McClane.
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A Christmas debate Fans still argue whether it’s a Christmas film.
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An action landmark The film redefined the action genre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Die Hard filmed?
In Los Angeles, California.
Is it set in Los Angeles?
Yes – in a downtown LA skyscraper.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Fox Plaza still stands in Century City.
Who stars in it?
Bruce Willis.
When was it released?
1988.
