Lockerbie: A Search for Truth is a five-part TV show that started on January 2, 2025. It tells the true story of the Lockerbie bombing, which happened on December 21, 1988. A bomb exploded on Pan Am Flight 103, killing 270 people over the town of Lockerbie, Scotland.
The show follows Dr. Jim Swire (played by Colin Firth), a British doctor whose daughter, Flora, was killed in the bombing. Dr. Swire works hard to find out the truth about what happened and fights for justice for the victims. He doesn’t agree with the official investigation’s results and looks into the case on his own.
The series shows the difficult and confusing events surrounding the bombing. This includes the trial of Abdelbaset al-Megrahi, a Libyan intelligence officer, who was found guilty of the bombing. It also talks about Megrahi being released from prison because he was very ill. The show also focuses on the personal stories of the victims’ families and how the bombing affected the small town of Lockerbie.
Where Was Lockerbie: A Search for Truth Filmed?
The film utilized multiple locations in Scotland and Morocco to depict both the events surrounding the bombing and the international scope of the investigation.
Scotland
- Glasgow: Some scenes were shot around Cochrane Street, near George Square.
- Linlithgow: Filming took place primarily in the Friars Brae area.
- Saint Monans: This charming coastal village contributed to the series’s authentic Scottish atmosphere.
Morocco
- Essaouira: Filming also took place in the historic city of Essaouira, with its distinctive architecture and coastal charm, which was used for several key scenes.
- Rabat: Downtown Rabat was also one of the filming locations in the series.
- One unidentified Moroccan location in the series bears a striking resemblance to the Moroccan Pavilion in Putrajaya, Malaysia, though its exact identity remains unconfirmed.
Official Trailer
FAQ
Q: Where was Lockerbie: A Search for Truth filmed?
A: The series was filmed in Scotland (Glasgow, Linlithgow, Saint Monans) and Morocco (Essaouira, Downtown Rabat).
Q: When Did the Filming of Lockerbie: A Search for Truth Take Place?
A: Filming for the series occurred in February 2024 in Scotland.