35 College Campuses Where Hollywood Movies Were Secretly Filmed

22. California Institute of Technology: Beverly Hills Cop (1984), Interstellar (2014)

As one of the most prestigious scientific institutions in the world, the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has a reputation for cutting-edge research and innovation. This prestige has also made it a sought-after filming location, particularly for movies featuring brilliant minds and futuristic themes. With its mix of historic red-brick buildings and state-of-the-art research facilities, Caltech can effortlessly portray both elite academia and high-tech laboratories. In Beverly Hills Cop (1984), Caltech was used as the backdrop for scenes depicting an exclusive research institution, a perfect fit given the university’s real-world reputation for housing some of the brightest scientific minds. More recently, Interstellar (2014) featured references to Caltech, acknowledging its contributions to space exploration and theoretical physics. While the film itself leans heavily on futuristic elements, the inclusion of Caltech added a layer of real-world scientific credibility.