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LondonTourism.ca 35There’s a cinematic buzz in the air as London, Ontario becomes the backdrop for more and more major film productions. Whether you're a movie buff, a curious local or simply looking for a unique adventure, London’s film scene is rolling out the red carpet for you! S SOON AS YOU TOUCH DOWN AT London International Airport, you might feel a sense of déjà vu. That’sbecause this travel hub has played arole in several films, including Blackberry(Crave/CBC Gem), Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie (Amazon Prime), How to Die Alone (Disney+) and in episode 1 ofAmazon Prime’s Pradeeps of Pittsburgh(which is the pilot episode... get it?).Step onto the world’s oldest baseballgrounds at Labatt Memorial Park and you’ll also be stepping right into thefeel-good Netflix film You Gotta Believe, starring Luke Wilson. This historic ballparkbrings a charm to the big screen, showing off London's old-world gem in a fresh, new story.Of course, the magic doesn’t stop there!Events like the Forest City Film Festivalcontinue to shine a spotlight on the art ofcinema through a regional lens. Running from October 24th to November 2nd, 2025, this nine-day festival celebrates London’s growing status as a hub for filmmakersand cinephiles alike, with numerousscreenings of films with ties to the cityacross multiple London venues.Ready to explore London’s movie magic? Action!Fanshawe Conservation Area, with its immense natural beauty, hosted none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger during the filming of FUBARSeason 2 on Netflix! Picturethis serene landscapeas the backdrop for anaction-packed scene –you’ll never look at it the same way again.FUN FACT:Lights, Camera, London!Filmmaking inthe Forest City AForest City Film Festival at Wolf Performance HallFanshawe Conservation Area Luke Wilson & Michael Cash in You Gotta BelieveLabatt Memorial ParkDiscover more about London’s film scene and upcoming events at FilmLondon.caExplore more LondonTourism.ca 35