If you are a major movies buff, then Astoria, Oregon, is a must-visit destination—several classic and big motion pictures were filmed in and around the city. You can visit many of these locations, but if you are short on time, then we recommend stopping at the Oregon Film Museum. It’s a one-stop-see-all trip through Astoria, Oregon’s movie history. Before you visit, consider getting acquainted with the many movies filmed in Astoria, Oregon.
Watch some movies at home, on your flight to Oregon, or right in the heart of Astoria at your lodging with Astoria Riverwalk Inn. We are the obvious starting point for your trip through Oregon’s film history, as we are situated right in the heart of the city. You’re not just near popular movie scenes, but also Astoria, Oregon’s best restaurants, shops, and attractions.
26 Movies Filmed In Astoria, Oregon
Even if you’re familiar with some movies that were filmed in Astoria, Oregon, you might be surprised by the variety and the number of movies that have used Astoria as their film set. Here is a rundown of Astoria, Oregon, and its wealth of cinema history. All of these movies have been filmed in Astoria, Oregon, according to IMDB.
- Roaring Timber (1937)
- Sydämeni laulu (1948)
- The Black Stallion (1979)
- The Goonies (1985)
- Short Circuit (1986)
- Benji the Hunted (1987)
- Kindergarten Cop (1990)
- Come See the Paradise (1990)
- Free Willy (1993)
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993)
- Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home (1995)
- Somewhere Else (1999)
- Shooting Nick (2004)
- The Ring Two (2005)
- The Guardian (2006)
- Into The Wild (2007)
- Cthulhu (2007)
- Wendy and Lucy (2008)
- Everyman’s War (2009)
- Franklin Wunder (2010)
- Crimps (2011)
- Green Room (2015)
- The Mortuary Collection (2019)
- Worth (2020)
- Death By Midnight (2020)
- Sometimes I Think About Dying (2023)
Plan An Astoria, Oregon, Movie Night
As you can see from the list above, there are a variety of movies, from documentaries, horror, romance, and drama that were filmed in Astoria, Oregon. Stop into the Oregon Film Museum and then head out to the filming location of one of the above movies. Then head back downtown for dinner or a drink before calling it a night at the Astoria Riverwalk Inn. You can expect to find 114 rooms with decks offering stunning views of the Columbia River, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Astoria’s natural surroundings and rich history.
Guests can also enjoy in-room coffee and tea, free high-speed wireless internet, and complimentary bicycles during the biking season. Check availability to book your Astoria, Oregon, getaway (or call us directly at 503-325-2013).