Where Is I Know What You Did Last Summer

Ever wondered where those pesky teenagers from I Know What You Did Last Summer actually cruised around after that fateful night?

A Tale of Two Towns

Turns out, most of the movie magic happened in sunny California! Not exactly the sleepy North Carolina fishing town the movie pretends to be. We're talking about the area around Sonoma County and Mendocino County, North of San Francisco.

Imagine palm trees instead of pines! It is quite the contrast, isn't it?

The Real "Southport" Isn't in the South

The quaint, fictional town of Southport, North Carolina, where Julie James (Jennifer Love Hewitt) and her pals lived? Almost entirely fabricated by Hollywood sorcery! The real locations are far from the Outer Banks.

Many scenes were filmed in the beautiful coastal towns of Mendocino and Elk. These towns boast stunning coastlines that really steal the show.

Finding the Iconic Locations

Remember that dramatic dock scene? Where the gang dumps the body? That was actually Albion River Bridge, south of Mendocino.

A spot way more picturesque than a crime scene has any right to be. Don't worry, no actual bodies were harmed (or dumped) during filming!

The town square, where Julie has that dreadful realization that someone knows their secret? That's largely Mendocino itself!

The town offers a charming, albeit slightly unsettling, vibe, thanks to the movie! The same goes for the exterior of Julie's house.

Behind-the-Scenes Fun Facts

Did you know that the filmmakers considered filming in the actual Outer Banks of North Carolina? Ultimately, they chose California for its film-friendly environment and varied scenery. No hurricanes to ruin the film.

The choice saved them from potential weather delays! Plus, California just looks great on camera.

The scary cave in the movie? Pure movie set magic! Not a real cave in either North Carolina or California. It's all about the illusion.

It's fascinating how movies create such believable worlds with a little smoke and mirrors.

So, next time you watch I Know What You Did Last Summer, try to spot the Californian landscape peeking through the North Carolina façade! It is like a fun little game for movie buffs.

You might be surprised at how much golden state sunshine makes its way into this spooky thriller!

A Tourist Tip (Sort Of)

While you can't actually visit Southport (because it doesn't exist), you can visit Mendocino and Elk! Just try not to run anyone over with your car.

And maybe avoid wearing a fisherman's raincoat, just in case.

"It's funny to think that a movie about a terrible crime is filmed in such beautiful and peaceful places."

So, there you have it! The next time someone asks you, "Where is I Know What You Did Last Summer filmed?", you can confidently reply: "California, masquerading as North Carolina!".

And then impress them with your knowledge of the Albion River Bridge. Movie magic at its finest!