The series "John Doe" was filmed in Vancouver and Britannia Beach in Canada, as well as in the United States of America.

Filming Locations:

Terminal City Iron Works

In the Movie

Scene where The street where all the murders take place and where John is shocked again to reactivate his powers in episode 1x19 "Shock to the System."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at This former manufacturing plant was used as a popular filming location for many years due to its grim appearance. It featured streets, alleys, warehouses, and rooftop walkways. In the summer of 2015, the building was demolished for new development.

Vancouver Art Gallery

In the Movie

Scene where Karen works at an art gallery when she is accused of theft and murder in episode 1x06 "Low Art."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The art gallery is located in the former provincial courthouse building, built in 1906 in the neoclassical style. This building is on the Vancouver Heritage Register.

Victory Square

In the Movie

Scene where Trenchcoat and the private detective meet in the park in episode 1x07 "Mind Games." The team investigates the death of a private detective in episode 1x08 "Idaho."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Victory Square, which originally housed the old provincial courthouse building, is named not after any specific victory but in memory of the Canadian armed forces. The square features a 9-meter-high cenotaph in memory of the armed forces, built in 1924.

Minaty Bay

In the Movie

Scene where John flies to the beach and finds the missing girl and her father in the pilot episode.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at This private bay, located south of Britannia Beach, is surrounded by imposing mountains and gives an impression of incredible remoteness, yet is easily accessible via the Sea to Sky Highway.

Court Motel

In the Movie

Scene where John searches the motel in the pilot episode.

In Reality

Casa Mia

In the Movie

Scene where The vineyards where a police raid takes place in episode 1x04 "Past Imperfect."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Built in 1932 for beer magnate George Reifel, this Spanish Colonial Revival style house is perhaps the most famous house in Vancouver.

Vancouver Central Library

In the Movie

Scene where The library where John goes to test his knowledge in the pilot episode.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The central branch of the Vancouver Public Library, built in 1995, occupies an entire city block downtown and was designed by Moshe Safdie of DA Architects. A large central atrium is surrounded by the library on one side and several floors of reading rooms on the other. Adjoining the main building is a 21-story office tower and retail spaces.

Plaza of Nations

In the Movie

Scene where John revisits the hot dog stand and sees someone in color floating by on a ferry in episode 1x02 "Blood Lines."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Plaza of Nations is an entertainment and events complex built for Expo '86. The original covered plaza was large enough to hold 4,500 people for performances and hosted many famous artists before it was demolished in 2007 for safety reasons. Currently, only two original structures remain: the main glass building now housing the Edgewater Casino and the office building at 750 Pacific Boulevard.

St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church

In the Movie

Scene where The church that John visits in episode 1x10 "The Mourner."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Gothic Revival style church, opened in 1933, houses the United Church of Canada. The church was designed by Robert and George Twizell, two founders of the Wesley Methodist Church. The building is a Vancouver heritage site.

Waterfall Building

In the Movie

Scene where In episode 1x14 "Ashes to Ashes," the police trace a phone call to a person living at this address.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at An apartment building in False Creek, designed by architect Arthur Erickson and opened in 2001. Its unique spiral staircases and central lobby make it a frequent location for productions.

Rogers Sugar Refinery

In the Movie

Scene where Someone is kidnapped in an alley in episode 1x14 "Ashes to Ashes."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Rogers Sugar Refinery was built on the Vancouver waterfront in 1890 to take advantage of cheap sugar cane arriving at the Port of Vancouver. The mill still operates and produces about 10% of Canadian sugar.

Norma Rose Point School

In the Movie

Scene where In the pilot episode, a girl disappears from the school.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Former University Hill Secondary School. It has been significantly rebuilt.

Granville Island Public Market

In the Movie

Scene where In episode 1x19 "Shock to the System," John is struck by lightning and loses his powers.

In Reality

Pipeline Road Bridge (Stanley Park)

In the Movie

Scene where In episode 1x15 "Psychic Connection," skeletal remains are found under this bridge.

In Reality

Belmont Avenue

In the Movie

Scene where John tracks Stefano's stolen briefcase to his own house in episode 1x18 "Save As... John Doe."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Private residence

Stadium-Chinatown SkyTrain Station

In the Movie

Scene where The stairs next to this station are where John rides his motorcycle down during a chase scene in episode 1x02 "Blood Lines."

In Reality

Sulphur Pits (Vancouver Wharves)

In the Movie

Scene where The location of the mass grave in episode 1x13 "Family Man."

In Reality

West Pender Street and Burrard Street

In the Movie

Scene where The intersection where John starts the test drive in the pilot episode.

In Reality

Bridgman Park

In the Movie

Scene where The park where two girls walk together in episode 1x13 "Family Man."

In Reality

111 Esplanade West

In the Movie

Scene where The house of the woman John and Frank interview in episode 1x04 "Past Imperfect."

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Private residence

West Waterfront Road (between Howe and Main)

In the Movie

Scene where The street where the police chase and stop a van they believe John is in in episode 1x11 "John D.O.A."

In Reality

H.R. MacMillan Building (UBC)

In the Movie

Scene where The courtyard where John and Karen encounter an activist in episode 1x04 "Past Imperfect."

In Reality

West Cordova Street and Homer Street

In the Movie

Scene where The location where two police officers are tied to a bomb in episode 1x10 "The Mourner."

In Reality

Jericho Park

In the Movie

Scene where Where John and Rachel have a romantic evening on the waterfront in episode 1x12 "Tone Dead."

In Reality

RBC Financial Group

In the Movie

Scene where The bank that Paulette Chambers visits in episode 1x18 "Save As... John Doe."

In Reality

1st Street and Chesterfield Avenue

In the Movie

Scene where The location of the staged accident in episode 1x13 "Family Man."

In Reality

Performance Works

In the Movie

Scene where The museum where a student competition takes place that Karen participates in in episode 1x14 "Ashes to Ashes."

In Reality

Ravine Trail (Stanley Park)

In the Movie

Scene where The park where the "psychic" leads the police for the first time in episode 1x15 "Psychic Connection."

In Reality

Marinaside Crescent

In the Movie

Scene where Where John goes to pick up Rachel for their date in episode 1x12 "Tone Dead."

In Reality

West Hastings Street

In the Movie

Scene where The computer store where John is taken with the briefcase in episode 1x18 "Save As... John Doe."

In Reality

Marco Marine Containers

In the Movie

Scene where The transport company run by Mr. Pickford in episode 1x02 "Blood Lines."

In Reality

Vancouver Rowing Club

In the Movie

Scene where The dock where John and Frank chase Evan Nichols in the pilot (#101).

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The clubhouse of the Vancouver Rowing Club was originally built in Tudor style in 1911 on the far shore of Coal Harbour by the Vancouver Club. Later, the club building was moved across the harbour to its current location and rebuilt on stationary piles. A Vancouver heritage building.