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These are the biggest TV shows, movies & celebrities filming in Alberta this July

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From horror films and indie hits to Oscar award winners and critically acclaimed adaptions like HBO’s ‘The Last Of Us’ – Wild Rose Country is a hot spot for cinema and television, but what (and who) can we expect to see this upcoming summer? Keep your peepers wide, because here are just a few TV Shows and movies filming in Alberta this July

BILLY THE KID SEASON 2

They’re back! Based on the true story of the real-life gunslinger and cowboy, Billy The Kid is back for a second season and will be filmed in Alberta this Month. Starring Daniel Webber (The Dirt) Eileen O’Higgins (The Irregulars) Sean Owen Roberts (Brand New Cherry Flavour), and Dakota Daulby (The 100), keep an eye out for action, excitement and drama.

Where: Calgary and surrounding areas

HEARTLAND

A multi-generational saga about family, Heartland starring Amber Marshall (Resident Evil) and Graham Wardle (Supernatural), is currently filming its 17th season here in Alberta. From High River to the Cowboy Trail, this long-running CBC original has covered a ton of ground in and around the province – although the majority of the show is shot at a Ranch in Millarville about 40 minutes from Calgary.

Where: Millarville, Alberta and surrounding areas

THIS TOO SHALL PASS

Set in 1987, This Too Shall Pass is a coming-of-age drama that will follow Simon, a 16-year-old who leaves his strict Mormon upbringing in the rearview and runs to Canada for a weekend with friends.

This film will star Maxwell Jenkins (Lost in Space), Jeremy Ray Taylor (It) and Katie Douglas (Ginny & Georgia) as well as Ben Cockell, Jaylin Webb, Aidan Laprete, Nikki Roumel and Chris Sandiford and will be filming in Calgary until July 20th.

Where: Calgary

RETREAT TO YOU

Filming in Calgary between July 4th and the 24th, Retreat To You will follow two old friends who meet by chance at a “restorative ranch” and clear the air years after their relationship falls apart. Not much else is known about this film – but we’ll keep you updated as more information is released!

Where: Calgary and Surrounding Areas

IN COLD LIGHT

A movie set during the Stampede? According to ACTRA, it won’t be long until we can see Calgary’s largest event on the big screen. Directed by Maxime Giroux, In Cold Light will follow Ava, a reformed dealer fresh out of prison who runs for her life after witnessing a corrupt cop murder her twin brother. Keep your eyes out for stars Maika Monroe (It Follows) and Troy Kotsur (CODA).

Where: Calgary

And there you have it! Just a few TV shows and movies filming in Alberta this July! What are you most excited to see on the screen? Let us know!