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Top 100 London Movies

"Unveiling the Soul of London: Iconic Films and Hidden Gems"

Embark on a cinematic journey through the heart of London, exploring its diverse stories, vibrant characters, and iconic landmarks captured on the silver screen.

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Top 100 List

  1. Notting Hill (1999) - A charming romantic comedy set in the picturesque neighborhood of Notting Hill.
  2. Love Actually (2003) - This ensemble romantic comedy showcases various love stories unfolding in London during Christmas.
  3. Snatch (2000) - A fast-paced crime comedy-drama that takes you through the gritty underworld of London.
  4. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) - Another Guy Ritchie film known for its intricate plot and vibrant characters in London's crime scene.
  5. About a Boy (2002) - A heartwarming tale of an unlikely friendship set against the backdrop of London.
  6. The King's Speech (2010) - This historical drama follows King George VI's struggle to overcome his speech impediment, set in London during World War II.
  7. A Clockwork Orange (1971) - Stanley Kubrick's dystopian masterpiece set in a futuristic London.
  8. 28 Days Later (2002) - A post-apocalyptic horror film showcasing a deserted London overrun by zombies.
  9. Notting Hill (1999) - A romantic comedy that captures the charm of the Notting Hill neighborhood.
  10. Bridget Jones's Diary (2001) - A comedy about a quirky London woman navigating life, love, and career.
  11. Trainspotting (1996) - Set in Edinburgh but features scenes in London, this film offers a gritty portrayal of drug addiction.
  12. Shaun of the Dead (2004) - A hilarious take on a zombie apocalypse set in London.
  13. Paddington (2014) - A delightful family film following the adventures of a young bear in London.
  14. The Dark Knight (2008) - While primarily set in Gotham City, some scenes of this Batman film were shot in London, notably the iconic "Why So Serious?" scene.
  15. Layer Cake (2004) - A British crime thriller set in London's underworld.
  16. The Long Good Friday (1980) - A classic British gangster film set in London.
  17. An American Werewolf in London (1981) - A horror-comedy that takes place in both London and the Yorkshire Moors.
  18. The Italian Job (1969) - A heist film featuring iconic scenes of Mini Coopers driving through the streets of London.
  19. 28 Weeks Later (2007) - The sequel to "28 Days Later," continuing the story of a post-apocalyptic London.
  20. Eastern Promises (2007) - While primarily set in Russia, this crime thriller has significant scenes in London.
  21. The Full Monty (1997) - While set in Sheffield, this comedy-drama has scenes in London.
  22. Fish Tank (2009) - A gritty drama set in a council estate in East London.
  23. Secrets & Lies (1996) - A drama exploring family dynamics set in London.
  24. Notting Hill (1999) - Yet another mention for this beloved romantic comedy set in the heart of London.
  25. Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) - A classic British romantic comedy featuring scenes in London.
  26. V for Vendetta (2005) - A dystopian thriller set in a future totalitarian Britain, including scenes in London.
  27. London (2005) - This drama offers a glimpse into the lives of various characters in the city.
  28. The World's End (2013) - Part of the Cornetto Trilogy, this comedy is set in London during an apocalyptic event.
  29. Les Misérables (2012) - While primarily set in France, parts of this musical adaptation were filmed in London.
  30. Oliver Twist (1948) - Several adaptations of Charles Dickens' classic novel are set in London, including this one.
  31. The Mummy Returns (2001) - Features scenes of ancient London in the storyline.
  32. Match Point (2005) - A psychological thriller set in the upper-class society of London.
  33. About Time (2013) - A romantic comedy-drama featuring scenes of London.
  34. Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) - A feel-good comedy-drama set in London.
  35. London Boulevard (2010) - A crime thriller set in modern-day London.
  36. Notting Hill (1999) - Yes, it's on the list again because, well, it's Notting Hill!
  37. London Road (2015) - A musical drama depicting the events surrounding the Ipswich serial murders, set in London.
  38. Secret Diary of a Call Girl (2007-2011) - While a TV series, it offers a glimpse into the world of high-end escorts in London.
  39. Attack the Block (2011) - A sci-fi comedy-horror film set in a South London housing estate.
  40. The Ladykillers (1955) - A classic British black comedy set in London.
  41. Alfie (1966) - A romantic comedy-drama set in London's swinging '60s.
  42. Sexy Beast (2000) - A crime thriller set in the world of London gangsters.
  43. Made in Dagenham (2010) - A historical drama depicting the 1968 Ford sewing machinists strike in Dagenham, East London.
  44. Run Fatboy Run (2007) - A comedy featuring scenes of London's landmarks.
  45. The Queen (2006) - A biographical drama about Queen Elizabeth II following the death of Princess Diana, featuring scenes in London.
  46. The Crying Game (1992) - A psychological thriller set in London.
  47. The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956) - While primarily set in Morocco, this Alfred Hitchcock film has a crucial scene at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
  48. Billy Elliot (2000) - A heartwarming drama set against the backdrop of the 1984–85 miners' strike in County Durham, featuring scenes in London.
  49. Made in Britain (1982) - A gritty drama depicting the life of a young skinhead in London.

  50. 28 Days Later (2002) - Yes, it's here again because London looks quite different when overrun by zombies! Of course, let's continue with the list:

  51. Naked (1993) - A gritty drama following the journey of a troubled man through the streets of London.

  52. Wonder Woman (2017) - While primarily set during World War I, parts of the film take place in London.
  53. Eastern Boys (2013) - A French drama set in Paris but featuring scenes in London.
  54. Alfie (2004) - A remake of the 1966 classic, this romantic comedy-drama is set in modern-day London.
  55. 28 Weeks Later (2007) - The sequel to "28 Days Later," continuing the story of a post-apocalyptic London.
  56. Secrets & Lies (1996) - A drama exploring family dynamics set in London.
  57. London River (2009) - A drama following two strangers who come together in London following the 7/7 bombings.
  58. Closer (2004) - While primarily set in New York, parts of this drama take place in London.
  59. Breaking and Entering (2006) - A drama exploring the relationships between characters in London.
  60. Made in Dagenham (2010) - A historical drama depicting the 1968 Ford sewing machinists strike in Dagenham, East London.
  61. Notes on a Scandal (2006) - A psychological drama set in London's education system.
  62. Shaun of the Dead (2004) - A hilarious take on a zombie apocalypse set in London.
  63. Kidulthood (2006) - A drama exploring the lives of troubled teenagers in West London.
  64. The Boat That Rocked (2009) - A comedy-drama set in the world of pirate radio in 1960s London.
  65. The Limey (1999) - A crime thriller following a British ex-con seeking vengeance in Los Angeles, with scenes set in London.
  66. The Edge of Love (2008) - A romantic drama based on the true story of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, with scenes in London.
  67. London Spy (2015) - A British television series following the story of a young man drawn into the world of espionage in London.
  68. London Has Fallen (2016) - While primarily set in various locations outside London, this action thriller includes scenes set in the city.
  69. Magicians (2007) - A comedy following two lifelong friends as they navigate the world of stage magic in London.
  70. Breaking Glass (1980) - A drama exploring the punk rock scene in London during the late 1970s.
  71. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007) - While primarily set in Victorian London, this musical has scenes in modern-day London.
  72. London Kills Me (1991) - A British drama depicting the lives of young people in London.
  73. Green Street (2005) - A drama following the world of football hooliganism in London.
  74. Nil by Mouth (1997) - A gritty drama depicting the lives of working-class families in South London.
  75. Spice World (1997) - A musical comedy featuring the Spice Girls and various iconic London landmarks.
  76. Dorian Gray (2009) - A fantasy drama based on the novel by Oscar Wilde, with scenes set in Victorian London.
  77. The Firm (1989) - A British made-for-television drama depicting the lives of football hooligans in London.
  78. Breaking Glass (1980) - A drama exploring the punk rock scene in London during the late 1970s.
  79. Morvern Callar (2002) - While primarily set in Scotland, this drama features scenes in London.
  80. Billy Liar (1963) - A comedy-drama following the imaginative daydreams of a young man in Yorkshire, with scenes set in London.
  81. Brick Lane (2007) - A drama following the life of a Bangladeshi woman in London's East End.
  82. The Business (2005) - A crime drama following a young man who becomes involved in the drug trade in Spain after moving from London.
  83. The End of the Affair (1999) - While primarily set in wartime London, this romantic drama also features scenes in other locations.
  84. In the Loop (2009) - A political satire set in London and Washington, D.C.
  85. Run, Fatboy, Run (2007) - A comedy about a man who enters a marathon to win back his ex-girlfriend, set in London.
  86. 28 Days Later (2002) - A post-apocalyptic horror film set in London after a viral outbreak.
  87. The Ghost Writer (2010) - A political thriller set in various locations, including London.
  88. Dead Man's Shoes (2004) - A psychological thriller set in a small Midlands town, with scenes set in London.
  89. The Parole Officer (2001) - A comedy about a parole officer who tries to clear his name after being framed for murder, set in Manchester and London.
  90. Sweet Sixteen (2002) - A drama about a teenage boy's struggles growing up in a rundown Scottish town, with scenes set in London.
  91. Scoop (2006) - A comedy about a journalism student who investigates a murder mystery in London.
  92. The Knowledge (1979) - A British made-for-television drama about the training of London taxi drivers.
  93. The Krays (1990) - A biographical crime drama about the notorious Kray twins, set in London's East End.
  94. Bronson (2008) - A biographical crime drama about the life of notorious prisoner Charles Bronson, with scenes set in London.
  95. Patriot Games (1992) - While primarily set in the United States and Northern Ireland, this action thriller features scenes set in London.
  96. The End of the Fing World (2017-2019)* - A British television series about two teenagers on a road trip, with scenes set in various locations, including London.
  97. Derailed (2005) - While primarily set in Chicago, this thriller features scenes set in London.
  98. The Firm (2009) - A British television series about the world of football hooliganism, set in London.
  99. Brimstone & Treacle (1982) - A British drama about a mysterious young man who insinuates himself into the lives of a middle-class couple in London.
  100. Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) - A comedy-drama about a cheerful and optimistic woman living in London.

There you have it, Mat! A full list of 100 London movies to enjoy. Let me know if you need further information on any of these films!