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The Oscar-winning con-artist caper reunited Paul Newman and Robert Redford in Depression-era Chicago – recreated on the Universal backlot and around Chicago and Los Angeles, all set to the jaunty ragtime of Scott Joplin, which the film sent back up the charts.
Where was The Sting filmed?
The Sting was filmed in Chicago, on the Universal backlot in Los Angeles, and at the Santa Monica Pier.
Every Sting location, explained
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Chicago – the con’s home
The Depression-era setting used real Chicago, around the Near West Side and South Wabash Avenue.
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The Universal backlot
Much of “old Chicago” was recreated on the Universal Studios backlot and Fox studios in Los Angeles.
3
Santa Monica Pier – the carousel
The merry-go-round scene used the Santa Monica Pier in California.
4
Period streetscapes
Dressed streets across Chicago and LA recreated the 1930s world of grifters and marks.
Planning a visit
The Santa Monica Pier and its carousel remain a lively California landmark, and Chicago holds the film’s Depression-era spirit.
The Sting Fun Facts
1
It revived Scott Joplin The film’s ragtime score sent Scott Joplin’s ‘The Entertainer’ back onto the charts decades after his death.
2
Newman and Redford reunited The pair reteamed with director George Roy Hill after Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
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Seven Oscars The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
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The con fools the audience too The film’s famous twist pulls the con on the viewer as much as the mark.
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Set in the Depression Its Depression-era Chicago was recreated on studio backlots and city streets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the carousel scene filmed?
At the Santa Monica Pier in California.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Santa Monica Pier is a popular California landmark.
