The chilling crime drama pitting a determined detective against a family-man serial killer is set and filmed in Belfast – the Northern Irish capital’s streets, hotels and suburbs giving the series its cool, tense atmosphere.
Where was The Fall filmed?
The Fall was filmed across Belfast, Northern Ireland – the Cathedral Quarter, its hotels and suburbs.
Every location in The Fall, explained
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Belfast – the city
The investigation used the streets of Belfast, from the Cathedral Quarter to the suburbs.
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The detective’s base – the Merchant Hotel
Stella Gibson’s hotel used the grand Merchant Hotel in Belfast.
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The suburbs
The killer’s family home used the residential streets of Belfast.
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Northern Ireland
The series is steeped in the mood of Belfast and Northern Ireland.
Planning a visit
Belfast – the series’ real, atmospheric home – is an accessible, revitalised city.
The Fall Fun Facts
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Filmed in Belfast The crime drama was shot across Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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A cat-and-mouse structure The show reveals the killer to the audience from the start.
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Anderson leads Gillian Anderson stars as detective Stella Gibson.
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Dornan's breakout Jamie Dornan gained wide attention as the chilling killer.
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A Belfast showcase The series helped showcase Belfast as a filming hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Fall filmed?
Across Belfast, Northern Ireland – the Cathedral Quarter, its hotels and suburbs.
Is it set in Belfast?
Yes – and filmed there too.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Belfast is an accessible city.
Who stars in The Fall?
Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan.
When did it air?
From 2013.
