Principal photography took place in Boston, Massachusetts, starting on September 14, 2017. Additional scenes were shot in the towns of Lynn and Marshfield in the same state. The choice of these locations was driven by director Antoine Fuqua's desire to convey an authentic New England atmosphere, which enhances the realism and depth of the narrative. Particularly notable are the hurricane scenes filmed in the coastal town of Marshfield, where the filmmakers used practical effects to recreate the power of the storm.

Filming Locations:

Beach House

In the Movie

Scene where Robert McCall (Denzel Washington) prepares for the final confrontation with his enemies during a powerful hurricane. He sets traps throughout the beach house, including tripwires on doors and snares on staircases. The opponents land on the shore and head toward the house. In a tense scene, McCall hides in the darkness, eliminating enemies one by one using tactical skills and knowledge of the terrain.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Marshfield, Massachusetts, USA — a small coastal town with picturesque beaches. The location was ideal for the hurricane scene due to its open terrain and ocean access. The film crew used a real coastal house, which was enhanced with set decorations to create the atmosphere of an isolated shelter hit by the storm.

Susan Plummer's Apartment

In the Movie

Scene where Robert McCall arrives at the apartment of his close friend Susan Plummer to investigate her murder. He methodically examines the crime scene: notices signs of forced entry, a broken window, and blood drops on the floor. McCall intuitively reconstructs the sequence of events: how the killers broke in, attacked Susan, and tried to cover their tracks. The scene conveys tension, and attention to detail highlights the hero's professionalism.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in a residential building in the Boston area. The scene was shot in a real apartment that was adapted to the interior of Susan's home. The choice of this location provided the realism necessary for the detective investigation.

Train Station

In the Movie

Scene where Robert McCall rides a long-distance train, disguised as an ordinary passenger. He discreetly observes violent criminals who have kidnapped a girl. The scene becomes tense when McCall suddenly attacks them in the confined compartment, using surprise and powerful strikes. He eliminates the opponents in seconds, freeing the hostage.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at a train station in Weymouth, Massachusetts. The interior scenes of the train car were shot on a set at the studio, while the exterior shots were filmed on active tracks, adding extra realism to the scene.