Top 5 best Films Shot in Thailand


From The Bridge Over The River Kwai to modern blockbusters such as Hollywood has long made Thailand a destination.
With streamlined permitting processes, diverse locations, and established infrastructure, every year more and more movies are shot here.
Read on to find out the 5 best films shot in Thailand!

Only God Forgives (2013)

Director: Nicolas Winding Refn
Writer: Nicolas Winding Refn
Starring: Ryan Gosling, Kristin Scott, Vithaya Pansringarm
Source: https://www.imdb.com/title/onlygodforgives

It is easy to understand why modernist director Nicolas Winding Refn chose Bangkok for his stylistic and slick action thriller. Making abundant use of available and practical light, this dreamlike feature galvanized film festival attendees. At its Cannes premiere, the picture received both an applauding standing ovation and critical boo’s.Only God Forgives

The Hangover Part 2 (2011)

Director: Todd Phillips
Writers: Craig Martin, Scot Armstrong, Todd Phillips, Jon Lucas, Scott Moore
Starring: Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifinakis, Justin Bartha, Ken Jeong
Source: https://www.imdb.com/title/thehangover2

Who can forget the bizarre, crazy adventures this ensemble of offbeat Hangover characters had exploring Bangkok’s myriad subcultures? It goes without saying: Joker director Todd Phillips brought this hit comedy production to Thailand because of the country’s rich character.
The Hangover II

The Beach (2001)

Director: Danny Boyle
Writers: John Hodge, Alex Garland
Starring: Leonardo Dicaprio, Daniel York, Patcharawan Patarakjjanon
Source:
https://www.imdb.com/title/thebeach

For many young backpackers, this big-budget feature film was one of their first introductions to life in exotic Thailand. This film was shot mostly on and around the idyllic island paradise of Koh Phi Phi, near Phuket. It accurately conveys the sense of awe that overcomes first-time visitors to the ‘Land of Smiles’. The Beach is not only one of the top 5 best films shot in Thailand, but it’s also one of the most well known.
The Beach

Bangkok Dangerous (1999)

Directors: Danny Pang, Oxide Chun Pang (The Pang Brothers)
Writers: Jason Richman, Oxide Chun Pang, Danny Pang (The Pang Brothers)
Starring: Nicolas Cage, Charlie Yeung, Shahkrit Yamnarm
Source: https://www.imdb.com/title/bangkokdangerous

This is another slick production to make prodigious use of Bangkok’s hidden alleys and ample nightlife. Bangkok Dangerous thrills viewers with dazzling action sequences and fast-paced suspense. And for true aficionados of Thailand and cinema– there’s even the Thai-language original that this Hollywood remake was based on.
Bangkok Dangerous

James Bond – The Man With The Golden Gun (1974)

Director: Guy Hamilton
Writers: Richard Maibaum, Tom Mankiewicz
Starring: Roger Moore, Christopher Lee, Britt Ekland
Source: https://www.imdb.com/title/themanwiththegoldengun

Even the world’s greatest super-spy made a visit to Thailand in this shaken, not stirred feature. With looming sandstone Karst cliffs and white tropical beaches, it’s no wonder 007 stopped by picturesque Phang Nga Bay. Tourists and divers alike travel here to down a few martinis and feast their eyes on the head-turning scenery.
James Bond – The Man With The Golden Gun
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