Take 01
2004
The Aviator
Mel's Cite du Cinema studios, Old Montreal
45.5017°N, 73.5673°W
Montreal
Professional film production services in Montreal, Canada. Our local team provides comprehensive support for commercials, documentaries, and feature films.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Montreal
Take 02
2015
Brooklyn
Old Montreal (doubling for 1950s NYC), Plateau
Take 03
2016
X-Men: Apocalypse
Mel's Studios, Olympic Stadium, Plateau-Mont-Royal
Take 04
2011
Source Code
Mel's Cite du Cinema, downtown Montreal
Take 05
2002
Catch Me If You Can
Old Montreal, Mirabel International Airport
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Montreal
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Old Montreal
Historic quarter with 17th-century cobblestone streets, Notre-Dame Basilica, and Old Port waterfront. Frequently doubles for European cities in productions.
Mount Royal
Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park offering panoramic city views from the Kondiaronk Belvedere lookout.
Moderate
Old Montreal Area
Historic district featuring Old Montreal and surrounding cultural attractions. Popular for period and contemporary productions.
City Center
Vibrant downtown area with modern architecture, shopping districts, and urban street scenes.
Waterfront District
Scenic waterfront areas with riverside or harbor views, restaurants, and mixed-use developments.
Quartier des Spectacles & Plateau
Arts and entertainment district with theaters, galleries, and bohemian atmosphere.
Scene 03 — The Case for Montreal
Why Film in Montreal
- ✓ Diverse filming locations from historic to modern architecture
- ✓ Experienced local crews with international production experience
- ✓ Competitive production costs and potential tax incentives
- ✓ Strong infrastructure for equipment rental and post-production
- ✓ Central location with good international accessibility
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports YUL (20 km to downtown) ▼
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) — 20 km to downtown
Train/MetroTaxiPrivate transferRideshare
Local Transit train · taxi ▼
train
Public transit system connecting major districts and attractions.
Crew tip: Check operating hours and plan equipment transport outside peak hours.
taxi
Readily available throughout the city. Use official taxi stands or apps.
Crew tip: Larger vehicles available for equipment transport with advance booking.
Production Parking moderate · Permits required
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Street parking limited in city center. Use parking garages and production permits for extended shoots.
Contact film commission for production vehicle permits and designated parking areas.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Most filming locations accessible within 30-45 minutes via public transit or car.
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Plan Your Montreal Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing North America's most European city.