Top 7 movies filmed in Jordan


Movies shot in Jordan

Jordan is a very beautiful place, and its landscapes are a major attraction for filmmakers from around the globe. Petra and Wadi Rum are two of the most famous locations in Jordan that have been part of a lot of historical as well as sci-fi movies.

Lawrence of Arabia

Lawrence of Arabia, released in 1962, is one of the most popular movies filmed in Jordan. Some of the scenes featured in this film include Wadi Rum, Al Jafr, and the surroundings of Petra. The film chronicles the Arab Revolt and the battle for independence.

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

The Petra that achieved world fame through the 1989 film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is only the Treasury portion of Petra. Petra is actually larger than the Treasury section seen in the film.

Prometheus

Prometheus by Ridley Scott, Wadi Rum has been featured as an alien planet. The desert, which is found in Jordan, has been made to look like an alien planet through visual effects.

Aladdin in 2019

In Aladdin in 2019, the caves of wonders showed the deceit in Aladdin and Jafar’s relationships and were also the setting for the brilliant plan of Aladdin and the Genie to win over Jasmine. The cave of wonders or just a beautiful view of this marvelous location.

Dune

Dune in 2021 is another production that utilized Jordanian locations exceptionally well. It can be stated that the rock formations found in Wadi Rum in ‘Dune’ take the film to a completely new level.

Moon Knight

The series by Marvel, Moon Knight, has also been shot in Jordan. Jordan has been the location for a huge number of films by Hollywood and other international filmmakers, which is why it’s a paradise for movie enthusiasts.

The Martian

The beauty of Jordan is also depicted in films such as The Martian. In The Martian, Wadi Rum was used to portray Mars, resulting in a spectacular visual experience.