The blackly comic biopic of disgraced figure skater Tonya Harding is set in Portland, Oregon – but filmed in Georgia, where the arenas of Macon and Atlanta doubled for the skating rinks of the Pacific Northwest.
Where was I, Tonya filmed?
I, Tonya was filmed in Georgia – Macon and Atlanta – doubling for Portland, Oregon.
Every I, Tonya location, explained
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The skating arena – Macon
The competition scenes used an arena in Macon, Georgia.
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Atlanta – the city
Urban scenes used Atlanta, Georgia.
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The training rinks
Tonya’s early training used rinks around Atlanta.
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Georgia as Oregon
Georgia’s towns doubled for 1980s and 90s Portland.
Planning a visit
Atlanta and Macon in Georgia – the film’s real production base – are accessible Southern cities.
I, Tonya Fun Facts
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Oregon filmed in Georgia The Portland-set story was filmed in Macon and Atlanta.
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Based on a true story It tells the story of skater Tonya Harding.
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Janney's Oscar Allison Janney won an Academy Award for the film.
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Breaking the fourth wall The characters speak directly to the camera.
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Robbie as Harding Margot Robbie plays and produced the film about Tonya Harding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was I, Tonya filmed?
In Georgia – Macon and Atlanta – doubling for Portland, Oregon.
Is it set in Georgia?
No – it’s set in Portland, Oregon, but filmed in Georgia.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Atlanta and Macon are accessible.
Is it a true story?
Yes – the Tonya Harding scandal.
Who stars in it?
Margot Robbie and Allison Janney.
