Best Movies Shot in Corfu

Parent Category: ROOT Category: Travel Articles Created: Thursday, 04 September 2025
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Why Corfu Steals the Camera

With pastel Venetian mansions, cypress-dotted hills and emerald bays, Corfu has been a natural film set for decades. From classic Greek comedies to James Bond, directors love the island’s mix of Old Town elegance and dramatic coastal scenery. Below you’ll find the most famous movies filmed in Corfu, the key locations you can still visit today, and handy tips to recreate your own “movie moments”.

Iconic Films & Where They Were Shot

For Your Eyes Only (1981) – James Bond

  • Why it matters: The most internationally famous Corfu movie appearance—Roger Moore’s 007.
  • Key locations: Kanoni viewpoint with Vlacherna Monastery & Mouse Island (Pontikonisi), Corfu Old Town (Liston & Spianada), and the Achilleion Palace which doubled as a casino/exterior set, also in St. George Beach South: Used for the beach buggy showdown and the death of Countess Lisl.
  • Do it yourself: Sunset at Kanoni for the classic wide shot; morning light works best for photos at Vlacherna.

The Countess of Corfu (1972) – Greek Classic Comedy

  • Why it matters: Beloved Greek film starring Rena Vlahopoulou, celebrating Corfiot charm.
  • Key locations: Corfu Old Town lanes, Liston arcades, Kanoni and seaside promenades.
  • Do it yourself: Stroll the Old Fortress and the narrow kantounia for the film’s vintage atmosphere.

Fedora (1978) – Billy Wilder

  • Why it matters: A Hollywood legend films on Corfu—moody, elegant and timeless.
  • Key locations: Around Corfu Town and stately estates used as villas; coastal roads with dramatic sea views.
  • Do it yourself: Capture “Wilder” silhouettes along the Garitsa Bay promenade at blue hour.

My Family and Other Animals (2005) – TV Film Adaptation

  • Why it matters: Gerald Durrell’s memoir brought Corfu’s nature and light to global audiences.
  • Key locations: Rural villas, olive groves and bays reminiscent of Kalami and the island’s northeast coast.
  • Do it yourself: Seek quiet coves on the NE coast for the Durrells’ “back-to-nature” feel.

Honourable Mentions (Series & Documentaries)

  • The Durrells (ITV series): Filmed extensively on Corfu; perfect for location-spotting in and around the Old Town and the northeast coast.
  • Numerous travel documentaries frequently feature Corfu’s Old Town (UNESCO), Achilleion and Paleokastritsa.

Movie-Location Map & Practical Tips

  • Map it: Pin Kanoni, Vlacherna Monastery, Pontikonisi (Mouse Island), Liston, Spianada, Old Fortress and Achilleion Palace to build your own filming-locations walk.
  • Best light: Early morning in the Old Town; golden hour at Kanoni and Garitsa Bay.
  • Tickets: Achilleion Palace has an entry fee—go early to avoid queues and tour groups.
  • Dress the shot: Neutral colours and a wide-angle lens help capture arcades, fortresses and sea vistas.

FAQs

Was James Bond really filmed in Corfu?
Yes—major scenes of For Your Eyes Only were shot in Corfu Town, Kanoni and at the Achilleion.

Can I visit all the locations in one day?
You can cover Kanoni, Old Town sights and Garitsa Bay on foot; add Achilleion (Gastouri) by bus, taxi or car.

Final Cut

Whether you’re tracing 007’s steps, chasing Greek cinema nostalgia or simply hunting the best angles, Corfu is a film set you can walk through. Bring a camera, plan a route—and let the island roll the credits.

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