John Ford’s classic Western – the story of the man credited with shooting an infamous outlaw – was filmed in California, largely on the soundstages and backlots of Paramount in Los Angeles.
Where was The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance filmed?
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance was filmed in Los Angeles and California.
Every The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance location, explained
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Shinbone – the studios
The Western town of Shinbone was built on the Paramount lot in Los Angeles.
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The countryside – Thousand Oaks
Some outdoor scenes used Thousand Oaks, California.
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The final scene – Tuolumne County
A key scene used Tuolumne County in northern California.
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The Old West
The story is set in the frontier town of Shinbone.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – where the film’s town was built – is an accessible city.
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance Fun Facts
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Filmed in California The Western was built largely on the Paramount lot in LA.
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'Print the legend' The film gave cinema one of its most famous lines.
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A John Ford Western It was directed by the great John Ford.
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Stewart and Wayne It stars James Stewart and John Wayne.
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A studio-bound classic Ford filmed much of it indoors for a stark, stagey feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance filmed?
In Los Angeles and California.
Was it filmed on location?
Largely on the Paramount studio lot, with some California locations.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Los Angeles is accessible.
Who stars in it?
James Stewart and John Wayne.
When was it released?
1962.
