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The Force Awakens' and 'The Last Jedi,' showcasing its raw beauty as a filming location off the coast of County Kerry.

Skellig Michael: Featured in ’Star Wars

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Iconic backdrop for 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' and 'The Princess Bride,' renowned for their dramatic beauty.

Cliffs of Moher

Filming location for 'Ryan's Daughter,' with stunning coastal scenery providing a romantic backdrop.

Dingle Peninsula

Captured in 'The Guard,' depicting rural life and the unique Irish landscape.

Connemara

Featured in the opening scenes of 'Ryan's Daughter,' located on the beautiful coastline of County Kerry.

Inch Strand

Used in 'The Guard,' showcasing the rugged terrain and Irish culture.

Gaeltacht area of Connemara

The island off West Galway seen in 'The Guard,' known for its natural beauty and relative unexplored status.

Lettermore

Referred to in 'The Princess Bride,' which were actually filmed at the Cliffs of Moher.

Cliffs of Insanity

The scenic village featured in 'Marley & Me,' enhancing its market appeal.

Roundstone

Known for its backdrop in 'The Field,' a film that connects deeply with the land and community.

Leenane

The Last Jedi,' contributing to the film's atmospheric visuals.

Brow Head: Part of the filming locations for ’Star Wars

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The village setting for 'The Quiet Man,' providing a charming Irish landscape.

Cong

Showcased in 'Into the West,' highlighting the mythical aspects of Irish folklore.

Mayo coast

A crucial filming location for various productions, encapsulating the essence of Irish life.

Galway

Featured in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,' among other iconic films.

County Clare

A scenic area known for its role in 'The Guard,' exhibiting the charm of the Irish west coast.

Spiddal

Filming location for 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley,' adding historical depth to the narrative.

Timoleague

Featured in 'The Field,' connecting with the themes of land and legacy.

Ashleigh

Included in the filming for 'Star Wars,' bringing attention to the picturesque landscapes.

Malin Head

The mythical island referenced in 'The Secret of Roan Inish,' known for its enchanting stories.

Roan Inish

The Last Jedi,' representing the stark beauty of the Irish terrain.

Dunmore Head: Filming location used in ’Star Wars

- Skellig Michael: Featured in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' and 'The Last Jedi,' showcasing its raw beauty as a filming location off the coast of County Kerry [1][2][5].
- Cliffs of Moher: Iconic backdrop for 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince' and 'The Princess Bride,' renowned for their dramatic beauty [1][5].
- Dingle Peninsula: Filming location for 'Ryan's Daughter,' with stunning coastal scenery providing a romantic backdrop [1][2].
- Connemara: Captured in 'The Guard,' depicting rural life and the unique Irish landscape [1][4].
- Inch Strand: Featured in the opening scenes of 'Ryan's Daughter,' located on the beautiful coastline of County Kerry [1][5].
- Gaeltacht area of Connemara: Used in 'The Guard,' showcasing the rugged terrain and Irish culture [1][6].
- Lettermore: The island off West Galway seen in 'The Guard,' known for its natural beauty and relative unexplored status [1].
- Cliffs of Insanity: Referred to in 'The Princess Bride,' which were actually filmed at the Cliffs of Moher [5].
- Roundstone: The scenic village featured in 'Marley & Me,' enhancing its market appeal [5][6].
- Leenane: Known for its backdrop in 'The Field,' a film that connects deeply with the land and community [5][6].
- Brow Head: Part of the filming locations for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' contributing to the film's atmospheric visuals [2][4].
- Cong: The village setting for 'The Quiet Man,' providing a charming Irish landscape [6].
- Mayo coast: Showcased in 'Into the West,' highlighting the mythical aspects of Irish folklore [1].
- Galway: A crucial filming location for various productions, encapsulating the essence of Irish life [1].
- County Clare: Featured in 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,' among other iconic films [2].
- Spiddal: A scenic area known for its role in 'The Guard,' exhibiting the charm of the Irish west coast [5].
- Timoleague: Filming location for 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley,' adding historical depth to the narrative [5][6].
- Ashleigh: Featured in 'The Field,' connecting with the themes of land and legacy [5]. 
- Malin Head: Included in the filming for 'Star Wars,' bringing attention to the picturesque landscapes [2][4]. 
- Roan Inish: The mythical island referenced in 'The Secret of Roan Inish,' known for its enchanting stories [4][6].
- Dunmore Head: Filming location used in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' representing the stark beauty of the Irish terrain [2][5].

Famous films filmed in the west of Ireland

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