8 Mile

Name: 8 Mile
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 2002

2002 · Movie · 6 locations

Drama Music

United States

8 Mile has 6 confirmed filming locations in United States.

For Jimmy Smith, Jr., life is a daily fight just to keep hope alive. Feeding his dreams in Detroit's vibrant music scene, Jimmy wages an extraordinary personal struggle to find his own voice - and earn a place in a world where rhymes rule, legends are born and every moment… is another chance.

Catching the Bus
Rabbit rides the bus along 8 Mile Road, scribbling lyrics as he goes.
8 Mile Road at Schultes Avenue
Parking Garage Showdown
Three One Third faces off against rival rappers The Free World in a dramatic showdown.
Michigan Building
Stamping Plant
Rabbit works at the stamping plant, producing parts for cars.
New Center Stamping Plant
The Shelter
Rabbit competes in rap battles at a club called the Shelter.
The Shelter Exterior
Walking Away
After winning at the Shelter, Rabbit walks away to pursue his future.
Clifford Street
WJLB Radio Station
Rabbit visits the WJLB radio station, hoping for a career break.
Penobscot Building

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Where was 8 Mile filmed?

8 Mile has 6 confirmed filming locations in United States. Use the map and location list below for addresses, coordinates, and scene-by-scene details.

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