Where was Shooter filmed?

In the opening scene, retired sniper Bob Lee Swagger lives in a cabin in the Wyoming mountains, enjoying his solitude away from government interference. Colonel Isaac Johnson (Danny Glover) and his associates, Payne (Elias Koteas) and Dobbler (Jonathan Lloyd Walker), visit Swagger to ask for his help on a dangerous mission. This scene perfectly encapsulates the thrilling nature of Shooter 2007 as it sets the tone for what will come throughout the movie.

The iconic image of this scene was captured when Johnson confronts Swagger about why he should take on such a risky task — Swagger's stoic face and hardened expression says it all. This tense moment has become one of the most memorable scenes in Shooter 2007, symbolizing Swagger's transformation from being away from society to taking up arms against a common enemy.

The scene was filmed at Universal Studios Hollywood, located in the San Fernando Valley area of California. Established in 1912, Universal Studios is still a beloved destination for television and film production fans. Movie lovers can take a tour of the studio grounds to see where classic films have been filmed over the years.

You can find it less than 30 miles’ drive from LAX, and about 10 miles northwest of downtown LA.

The assassination scene in Shooter takes place in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a pivotal moment for the movie when Johnson, Payne, Dobbler, Swagger, and Officer Timmons (Alan C. Peterson) are gathered outside a church tower. Johnson claims that the shooter is inside and they will take him down just after the president begins to speak. All eyes are on Officer Timmons as his gun is not properly holstered. This establishes an intense atmosphere with potential violence on the horizon. Swagger advises Johnson to instruct his men to take down the shooter as the president moves towards the stage. However, the Archbishop is shot in the head before they can act. At the same time, Timmons shoots Swagger in the shoulder.

The filming location for the scene was Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, specifically in front of Independence Hall. However, for the sniper's perspective, the church steeple at the corner of New Street and North 4th Street and an elevated view from a nearby building were used. This location has immense historical significance due to its ties to America’s formation as well as national and international symbols like the Liberty Bell which spark ideas of independence, safety, and unity across borders. You can also take a tour and visit Independence Hall.

The best way to get to Independence National Historical Park is via public transportation or car. You can find it right in the heart of Philly, roughly a mile away from City Hall.

The escape scene is an intense one, while running away, Swagger tracks down Memphis and seeks his assistance. Memphis (Michael Peña) pulls out his firearm, but Swagger swiftly pins him down on the ground. He restrains Memphis by handcuffing him to a gate and explains that he has been framed and Timmons is involved in the conspiracy. Swagger then steals Memphis's gun and drives off in his FBI car. In order to hide from the police helicopters searching for him, he drives into a car wash.

This scene was filmed alongside the Fraser River in New Westminster, Canada. The Fraser River is a renowned river in British Columbia that originates from Fraser Pass close to Blackrock Mountain. Simon Fraser, who embarked on an expedition for the North West Company from present-day Prince George to almost the mouth of the river in 1808, inspired the river's name. There are various parks along this area, including Westminster Quay Boardwalk and Quayside Park, which have stunning views of the river and surrounding landscape.

The easiest way to get to this location is by driving or taking public transport such as Skytrain or bus to New Westminster Station. From there you can walk or take a short taxi ride towards Fraser River where you will find these beautiful parks along the riverbank.

The iconic car chase scene from Shooter is one of the most memorable scenes in the entire movie. It starts with Swagger driving out of a car wash and being spotted by cops, leading to a thrilling car chase through the city streets.

The high-speed chase ends when a pickup truck smashes his car, causing it to spin around and crash directly into the Delaware River (that was actually shot near the Fraser River). This stunt was made even more impressive due to its complexity, as it involved precision driving and close coordination with other actors and vehicles involved in the scene.

The car chase stunt was filmed at Pattullo Bridge, a through arch bridge located in British Columbia, Canada, that links New Westminster to Surrey across the Fraser River. The regular crossing of the Fraser River was established in 1882 and was named after Thomas Dufferin Pattullo, who served as the 22nd Premier of British Columbia. As this is a public location, anyone can visit this place and check it out in person.

You can get there from Vancouver by driving around 17 miles southeast of Vancouver. Simply take the Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 E and follow the signs for New Westminster. Once you get to the Fraser River, this iconic bridge is hard to miss.

Swagger plans a meeting with Johnson and Meachum (Ned Beatty) in Montana and informs the FBI. When the two arrive, Payne holds Sarah (Kate Mara) hostage with a gun. Memphis acts as a distraction, attracting gunfire from Johnson's snipers, which allows Swagger to take them out and rescue Sarah. Sarah then shoots and kills Payne. Swagger confronts Meachum with a recording of Sczerbiak's (Rade Šerbedžija) confession about the massacre. However, Meachum hints that the corruption ss extensive, so Swagger burns the recording because he knew it would put him in danger.

This scene was filmed at Rainbow Mountain, which is located in British Columbia, Canada, within the Pacific Ranges area of the Coast Mountains Range near Whistler. It is a broad, glaciated summit forming a northeastern wall of Callaghan Valley near Sproatt Mountain peak. It provides a stunning view from its meeting on the surrounding area, including glaciers and snow-covered peaks. Unsurprisingly, the area has been a popular destination for hiking, snowshoeing, or ski touring due to its beauty since the late 19th century.

Rainbow Mountain can be reached by car starting from Whistler Village in around 50 minutes. Whistler itself is found about two hours from Vancouver International Airport.