The breakneck thriller about a father hunting his kidnapped daughter tears through the streets of Paris – filming across the real French capital, with the family scenes shot in Los Angeles.
Where was Taken filmed?
Taken was filmed in Paris, France – the Louvre, Concorde and the city’s outskirts – with the American scenes in Los Angeles.
Every Taken location, explained
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The hunt – Paris
Bryan Mills’s desperate search used the real Paris, from the Louvre to the Place de la Concorde.
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The outskirts
The gritty pursuit used the banlieues and outer districts of Paris.
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Los Angeles – home
The opening family scenes used Los Angeles, around Sherman Oaks and Hollywood.
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The Paris landmarks
The film races past the city’s grand landmarks throughout.
Planning a visit
Paris – the film’s real hunting ground, from the Louvre to Concorde – is one of the world’s most visited, accessible cities.
Taken Fun Facts
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Filmed in Paris The kidnapping thriller used the real streets of Paris.
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LA for home The family’s American scenes were shot in Los Angeles.
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'I will find you' Liam Neeson’s phone speech became one of cinema’s most quoted lines.
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An action reinvention The film reinvented Liam Neeson as an action star.
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A Besson production It was co-written and produced by Luc Besson.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Taken filmed?
In Paris, France – the Louvre, Concorde and the city’s outskirts – with the American scenes in Los Angeles.
Is Taken set in Paris?
Yes – the kidnapping and hunt take place in Paris.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Paris and Los Angeles are both accessible.
Who directed Taken?
Pierre Morel.
Who stars in Taken?
Liam Neeson.
