Woody Allen’s cold, gripping thriller of ambition and murder trades his usual New York for high-society London – moving between Belgravia townhouses, the Tate Modern, the Gherkin and a Berkshire country estate.
Where was Match Point filmed?
Match Point was filmed across London – Belgravia, Notting Hill, the South Bank and the City – plus a country estate in Berkshire.
Every Match Point location, explained
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High-society London
The wealthy family’s world used Belgravia, Mayfair and Chelsea in London.
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The tennis club – Queen’s Club
Chris’s coaching scenes used the real Queen’s Club in West Kensington.
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The landmarks – Tate Modern and the Gherkin
Key scenes used the Tate Modern on the South Bank and the Gherkin in the City of London.
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The country estate – Berkshire
The family’s grand estate used a golf club near Reading, Berkshire.
Planning a visit
London is the film’s real setting – the Tate Modern, the Gherkin, St James’s Park and the Queen’s Club are all real, accessible spots across the capital.
Match Point Fun Facts
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Woody Allen goes to London The film marked a move from Allen’s usual New York to high-society London.
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Landmark London The Tate Modern and the Gherkin both feature prominently.
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A luck motif The film opens and turns on the idea of a tennis ball hitting the net – pure chance.
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A career reset It’s widely seen as one of Allen’s strongest later films.
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Johansson stars Scarlett Johansson plays the fateful Nola Rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Match Point filmed?
Across London – Belgravia, Notting Hill, the South Bank and the City – plus a Berkshire estate.
Is Match Point set in London?
Yes – in high-society London, a change from Woody Allen’s usual New York.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Tate Modern, the Gherkin and Queen’s Club are all accessible.
