In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire's ultimate weapon of destruction.
The first standalone Star Wars story took its galaxy to some of Earth’s most extreme places – the black-sand coasts of Iceland, the red canyons of Jordan’s Wadi Rum, and the turquoise beaches of the Maldives – while a London Underground station became an Imperial stronghold.
Where was Rogue One filmed?
Rogue One was filmed in Iceland, Jordan (Wadi Rum), the Maldives, and at Pinewood and Canary Wharf in London.
Every Rogue One location, explained
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The Maldives – the planet Scarif
The tropical final battle on Scarif used the beaches of the Maldives.
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Iceland – the planet Lah’mu
The bleak opening on Jyn’s home world used the black-sand landscapes of Iceland, around Vik.
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Wadi Rum – the planet Jedha
The desert moon of Jedha used the red canyons of Wadi Rum in Jordan.
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Canary Wharf – the Imperial base
The Imperial security complex used the Canary Wharf Underground station in London, with studio work at Pinewood.
Planning a visit
Jordan’s Wadi Rum and Iceland’s black-sand coasts are spectacular, accessible destinations, while the Maldives supplied Scarif’s beaches – a genuinely galactic spread.
Rogue One Fun Facts
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A Tube station plays the Empire The Imperial base used the Canary Wharf Underground station in London.
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The Maldives are Scarif The tropical final battle used the beaches of the Maldives.
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Wadi Rum is Jedha Jordan’s red desert, seen in many space films, plays the moon of Jedha.
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It leads straight into A New Hope The film’s ending connects directly to the opening of the original 1977 Star Wars.
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Iceland opens the film Jyn’s bleak home world used Iceland’s volcanic coasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the planet Scarif?
Its beaches were filmed in the Maldives.
What London location plays the Empire?
The Canary Wharf Underground station.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Wadi Rum, Iceland and the Maldives are all accessible destinations.
