The lush, operatic drama reimagining the story of Hannibal Lecter was filmed in Toronto, Canada, whose city and studios built the show’s elegant, nightmarish world.
Where was Hannibal filmed?
Hannibal was filmed in Toronto and across Ontario, Canada.
Every Hannibal location, explained
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The city – Toronto
The show’s world used Toronto, including its striking civic buildings.
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Quantico – Scarborough
The FBI Academy used the Scarborough Civic Centre in Toronto.
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The countryside – Ontario
Rural scenes used towns and wilderness across Ontario.
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A nightmarish elegance
The show reimagines Baltimore, Quantico and Europe.
Planning a visit
Toronto – the show’s real home – is a vibrant, accessible Canadian city.
Hannibal Fun Facts
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Filmed in Toronto The show was made in and around Toronto, Ontario.
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A striking FBI Academy Scarborough Civic Centre played the FBI at Quantico.
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Based on the novels It reimagines Thomas Harris’s Hannibal Lecter stories.
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Mikkelsen stars Mads Mikkelsen plays the chilling Dr Hannibal Lecter.
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A cult favourite The show became famous for its lush, artful style.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Hannibal filmed?
In Toronto and across Ontario, Canada.
Is it set in Toronto?
No – it’s set in the US and Europe, but filmed in Toronto.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Toronto is accessible.
Who stars in it?
Mads Mikkelsen and Hugh Dancy.
When did it start?
2013.
