The series "Backstrom" was filmed in Vancouver and in British Beach, Canada.

Filming Locations:

Vancouver Art Gallery

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom confronts Cassandra Lastrange after her conversation with Charles Turner in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer". Gravely and Assistant District Attorney Kines convince a judge to issue a warrant on the courthouse steps in episode 1x10 "Love Is a Rose and You Better Not Pick It". Backstrom and Amy argue on the steps in episode 1x12 "Corkscrew".

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.

Vancouver Central Library

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom interrogates the victim's ex-girlfriend, Alison Cox, and finds a laptop stolen by her in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Central Branch of the Vancouver Public Library, built in 1995, occupies an entire city block in 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. A 21-story office tower and retail spaces adjoin the main building.

Cecil Green Park House (UBC)

In the Movie

Scene where Valentine works undercover, delivering counterfeit wine to the Governors' Club in episode 1x12 "Corkscrew".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at This building, built in 1912, was originally the home of Edward Davis, a prominent lawyer for the Canadian Pacific Railway, and was called Kanakla (meaning "house on the cliff"). It now belongs to the university and is used for weddings, film shoots, and other events.

Chan Centre for the Performing Arts (UBC)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and his team interrogate the victim's ex-girlfriend, who has been living in plain sight of viewers for several days in episode 1x11 "I Like to Watch".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Chan Centre is a magnificent concert venue located on the campus of the University of British Columbia. The main concert hall, Chan Shun Concert Hall, features a distinctive floating canopy and beautiful teak wood walls. The smaller Telus Studio Theatre has three-tiered seating that can be moved into various configurations. The building also includes a small cinema, the Royal Bank Cinema, a beautiful soaring foyer, and various versatile backstage spaces.

East Pender Street (between Main and Gore)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and his team discuss the case while eating food from a cart in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Church on Carrall Street

In the Movie

Scene where Moto picks up Almond from the church where he is preaching in episode 1x04 "Now I Am a Bird".

In Reality

Furry Creek Golf and Country Club

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Gravely intercept Dr. Cobrin on the golf course to question him about a murder in episode 1x09 "The Inevitable Truth".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at An 18-hole par 72 golf course built along the Sea-to-Sky Highway in 1993 by designer Robert Muir Graves.

Marine Building

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom lights a cigar and walks into the rain in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at An Art Deco skyscraper built in 1930, which at the time of its opening was the tallest building in the British Empire. The building is a Vancouver heritage site.

La Terrazza

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and his team hold a wake for the victim to test the suspects in episode 1x04 "Now I Am a Bird".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at This upscale Italian restaurant, operating since 1998, prides itself on its extensive wine collection. The restaurant's various rooms offer many options for high-class dining in films.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Almond question another psychic about a murder in episode 1x06 "Ancient, Chinese, Secret".

In Reality

Steel Mill in Terminal City

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom's team questions the band's collective about a murdered band member in episode 1x09 "The Inevitable Truth".

In Reality

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

Waterfall Building

In the Movie

Scene where Almond and Niedermayer interrogate an artist who sold a painting to the victim in episode 1x11 "I Like to Watch".

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.

North Lawn Building (Riverview Hospital)

In the Movie

Scene where In episode 1x13 "Rock Bottom", Backstrom confronts his father near the hospital, and Valentine reveals that he is Backstrom's half-brother.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The North Lawn Building was opened in 1955 to house mentally ill tuberculosis patients. It was closed in 2007 and only recently opened for film shoots.

Sasamat Lake (Belcarra Regional Park)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom goes with Valentine and Lou to the place where his mother's ashes were scattered in episode 1x13 "Rock Bottom".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at A calm and beautiful lake located within Belcarra Regional Park, featuring a beach area for swimming, a floating bridge for fishing, and several rental cabins around the perimeter. Sasamat Lake is one of the warmest lakes in the Vancouver area.

Vancouver Block

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom takes Cassandra Lastrange to the roof to get a confession out of her in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

The scene was filmed at The Vancouver Block building, built in 1912 for wealthy landowner Dominic Burns. The building features a penthouse located just below the tower with illuminated clock at the top.

Pipeline Road Bridge (Stanley Park)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom investigates an apparent suicide from a bridge on a university campus in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Watts Point Quarry

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom, Niedermayer, and Moto search a quarry near a rehabilitation center and find the victim's body in episode 1x09 "The Inevitable Truth".

In Reality

30-Foot Pool (Lynn Canyon Park)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Gravely watch as Niedermayer searches for a gun at the bottom of a lake in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Parking Lot (under Georgia Viaduct)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom arrives at a crime scene to find Captain Roche with a body in episode 1x13 "Rock Bottom".

In Reality

Coopers Park

In the Movie

Scene where Gravely looks for the victim's friend Moss Brady and finds him passed out on a playground in episode 1x11 "I Like to Watch".

In Reality

Cates Park

In the Movie

Scene where Valentine tries to meet a tugboat driver to pick up counterfeit wine in episode 1x12 "Corkscrew".

In Reality

East Hastings Street and Main Street

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom discusses the case with Nicole after seeing a body in the morgue in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Pharmaceutical Sciences Building (UBC)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Gravely question an employee about a bomb detonator in episode 1x07 "Enemy of My Enemies".

In Reality

Burnaby Fire Hall 3

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom goes to the first station to harass the D'Agostino brothers in episode 1x02 "Bella".

In Reality

Marine Garage

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom, Valentine, and Lou stop at a gas station on the way to get Edgar Norwest in episode 1x13 "Rock Bottom".

In Reality

Sam Kee Building

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Almond return to their car after visiting Miss Ma and find that a child has attached a flyer to their windshield in episode 1x06 "Ancient, Chinese, Secret".

In Reality

Alley (south of Cordova, west of Cambie)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Almond's interrogation continues behind a coffee shop in episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Harbourview Park

In the Movie

Scene where Valentine poses as the Bogeyman to get information from Amber in episode 1x05 "Bogeyman".

In Reality

National Avenue (between Thornton and Chess)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom is thrown out of an ambulance by two angry paramedics in episode 1x02 "Bella".

In Reality

Venue Nightclub

In the Movie

Scene where Moto and a group of random bystanders watch as Backstrom interrogates Lucy Harms on camera for her performance in episode 1x11 "I Like to Watch".

In Reality

Rose Garden Pavilion (Stanley Park)

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and his team investigate a woman's body found in a rose garden in episode 1x10 "Love Is a Rose and You Better Not Pick It".

In Reality

False Creek Yacht Club

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Almond interrogate a corrupt river police officer about smuggling in episode 1x12 "Corkscrew".

In Reality

Pitt Meadows Water Aerodrome (Pitt Meadows Regional Airport)

In the Movie

Scene where Three different groups of police converge on the seaplane dock where Sabine Weiss is trying to escape in episode 1x07 "Enemy of My Enemies".

In Reality

Front Street Dock

In the Movie

Scene where The barge that Backstrom lives on with Valentine throughout the series, starting from episode 1x01 "Dragon Slayer".

In Reality

Capilano River Regional Park

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Moto arrive at a reservation to find Sabine Weiss, but are stopped by local police in episode 1x07 "Enemy of My Enemies".

In Reality

Burrard Inlet

In the Movie

Scene where Police chase a tugboat with contraband in episode 1x12 "Corkscrew".

In Reality

1533 Gravely Street

In the Movie

Scene where Backstrom and Almond interrogate a group of the victim's friends during their weekly mahjong game in episode 1x08 "Give 'Til It Hurts".

In Reality

Gasche Gallery

In the Movie

Scene where The team captures kidnapper Wesley Lewis in his tattoo parlor in episode 1x05 "Bogeyman".

In Reality

Barber & Co.

In the Movie

Scene where Almond and Gravely question a former band member who now works as a barber about the victim in episode 1x09 "The Inevitable Truth".

In Reality