Wimbledon
2004
An American tennis player newly arrived on the Wimbledon circuit experiences an unlikely resurgence when he falls for a rising young female tennis star, throwing both their games and careers into romantic uncertainty. This light British romantic comedy uses the backdrop of the famous London tournament to charming effect.
Director
- Richard Loncraine
Cast
- Kirsten Dunst
- Paul Bettany
- Kyle Hyde
- Robert Lindsay
- Celia Imrie
- Penny Ryder
- Annabel Leventon
- James McAvoy
- Bernard Hill
- Eleanor Bron
- Sam Neill
Filming Locations
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All England Lawn Tennis Club
The All England Lawn Tennis Club was the primary filming location for the tennis sequences, with some scenes shot during the 2003 Championships - the only time filming has been permitted during the actual tournament.
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London Eye
A reception for Wimbledon players is held at the London Eye on the South Bank, where Peter (Paul Bettany) punches rival Jake Hammond after he insults Lizzie (Kirsten Dunst), and the couple flee together.
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Mayfair
The scene where Paul Bettany's character hangs out of the window was filmed in Charles Street.