Lights, Camera, Cherokee!
Did you know some of today’s most popular movies and TV shows were filmed right here in Cherokee County, Georgia? From dramatic Netflix series to family favorites and blockbuster action scenes, Cherokee County continues to shine as a premier Georgia film destination. Whether you are a Set-Jetter, a scene-screen explorer, or a budding film student these locations offer insight into film tourism in our community.
Thanks to the FREE Filmed in Cherokee app, fans can explore these real filming locations, uncover behind-the-scenes details, and experience movie magic firsthand.
Fan-Favorite Productions Filmed in Cherokee County
Visitors may recognize these iconic Cherokee County locations from the screen:
- Ozark – filmed at JD’s on the Lake (aka Blue Cat Lounge), Lake Allatoona, and Dixie Speedway
- Champion and Six Pack – Dixie Speedway; the only dirt track in metro Atlanta!
- Hidden Figures – library scenes filmed at Academy & Main (former Canton Grammar School)
- Noelle – holiday magic at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta
- Hawkeye – featuring The Historic Jones Building
- American Made – filmed at Cherokee County Regional Airport and downtown Ball Ground
- Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made – featuring Ball Ground Burger Bus
- The Piano Lesson – shot at the intersection of Academy & Hill Street
- MacGyver and True Lies – filmed at YANMAR EVO Center
- The Resident – showcasing Blankets Creek SORBA Trails
From historic downtown streets to scenic outdoor trails and lakeside views, these locations highlight the diversity and character that make Cherokee County a favorite for filmmakers. Recently, the TV Series Will Trent filmed in Waleska to capture some rural scenes.
Explore Film Locations with the Filmed in Cherokee App
Want to know what scenes were filmed where, production trivia and how Cherokee County doubled for cities across the country? Download the FREE Filmed in Cherokee app to unlock filming locations, insider stories, and an easy way to plan your own film-inspired getaway. Explore behind-the-scenes. Use the Map View to see all the locations. Experience curated tours or create your own.
Perfect for:
- Film and TV fans
- Weekend explorers
- Families and couples
- Atlanta-area day trips
- Self-guided movie location tours
Mark Your Calendar: Metro Atlanta Film Summit
The excitement doesn’t stop there. Film lovers and industry professionals won’t want to miss the Metro Atlanta Film Summit on Friday, March 13 hosted by Cherokee Office of Economic Development. It’s a celebration of Georgia’s booming film industry and the communities that help bring stories to life.
Lights. Camera. Cherokee.
Download the app, visit the locations, and experience why Cherokee County continues to take center stage in film and television.