Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this map and the filming locations on it.
What is Film World Map?
Film World Map is a free, interactive world map of filming locations, built entirely from open Wikidata data. Click any point for a photo, a description and the key facts.
Where does the data come from?
Every location is sourced from Wikidata, the free knowledge base anyone can edit. Photos and descriptions come from Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons and Mapillary.
How often is the map updated?
The dataset is refreshed automatically from Wikidata about once a month, so newly added or edited filming locations show up without any manual work.
Is it free to use?
Yes. The map is completely free to browse, and the underlying data is public domain under CC0.
How do I find a specific place?
Open the map and use the search box to filter by name or country, or browse by country from the home page.
One of the filming locations is missing — can I add it?
Absolutely, and we'd love you to. Add it directly to Wikidata — it's free and open — and it will appear here at the next monthly refresh.
Something is wrong or in the wrong place. How do I report it?
Because the data lives in Wikidata, the quickest fix is to edit the item there. Anyone can edit it, and the correction flows back to this map at the next monthly refresh.
Can I use the data for my own project?
Yes. The place data comes from Wikidata and is released under CC0, which places no conditions on reuse at all. Map tiles are © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), and photos and text keep their original Wikipedia and Wikimedia licences.
Why don't some places have a photo or description?
We only show a photo or description when one is available from Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons or Mapillary. Many filming locations simply haven't been documented there yet.
How can I get in touch?
Use the contact link in the footer or on the About page — we're always glad to hear feedback, corrections and ideas.