Bastrop County, Texas, has a rich history as a filming location for numerous movies and television shows. The county's diverse landscapes, historic architecture, and small-town charm have attracted filmmakers for decades. Here is a list of notable productions filmed in Bastrop County:

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🎬 Notable Films and TV Shows Filmed in Bastrop County

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• The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) – The iconic gas station featured in the film is located in Bastrop and now operates as a horror-themed attraction and barbecue restaurant. 

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• Hope Floats (1998) – Starring Sandra Bullock and Harry Connick Jr., this romantic drama was filmed in Smithville, with the McCollum-Chapman-Trousdale House serving as a key location. 

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• The Tree of Life (2011) – Directed by Terrence Malick and starring Brad Pitt and Sean Penn, parts of this film were shot in Smithville, including scenes at 709 Burleson Street.

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• Bernie (2011) – This dark comedy featuring Jack Black and Matthew McConaughey utilized several Bastrop locations, including the Bastrop County Courthouse and the First United Methodist Church. 

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• Prince Avalanche (2013) – Starring Paul Rudd and Emile Hirsch, this film was shot in Bastrop State Park, capturing the aftermath of the 2011 wildfires. 

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• Boyhood (2014) – Richard Linklater's groundbreaking film, shot over 12 years, includes scenes filmed in the Lost Pines area of Bastrop. 

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• Fireflies in the Garden (2008) – Featuring Julia Roberts and Ryan Reynolds, this family drama was filmed at the T.A. Hasler House in Bastrop. 

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• Friday Night Lights (2004) – This sports drama, based on the true story of a high school football team, includes scenes shot in Elgin. 

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• The Alamo (2004) – Starring Dennis Quaid and Billy Bob Thornton, parts of this historical epic were filmed in Bastrop, including lake camp scenes and representations of Bexar and Alamo. 

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• Varsity Blues (1999) – This teen sports drama featuring James Van Der Beek was filmed in Elgin. 

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• All the Boys Love Mandy Lane (2006) – A horror film starring Amber Heard, shot in Bastrop. 

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• Home Fries (1998) – A romantic comedy with Drew Barrymore and Luke Wilson, filmed in Bastrop. 

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• Courage Under Fire (1996) – A military drama starring Denzel Washington and Meg Ryan, with scenes filmed in Bastrop. 

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• Love and a .45 (1994) – A crime film featuring Renée Zellweger, with gas station scenes shot in Bastrop. 

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• The Big Green (1995) – A family sports comedy filmed in Elgin.

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• The Whole Wide World (1996) – A biographical film starring Vincent D'Onofrio and Renée Zellweger, filmed in Bastrop. 

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• The Only Thrill (1997) – A romantic drama with Diane Keaton and Sam Shepard, shot in Bastrop. 

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• The Soul Collector (1999) – A television film featuring Bruce Greenwood and Melissa Gilbert, filmed in Bastrop. 

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• The Dentist 2 (1998) – A horror film with Corbin Bernsen, shot in Smithville. 

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• Lovin' Molly (1974) – A romantic drama starring Anthony Perkins and Blythe Danner, filmed in Bastrop. 

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• The Great Waldo Pepper (1975) – An aviation film featuring Robert Redford, with scenes shot in Elgin. 

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This list highlights the versatility and appeal of Bastrop County as a filming location. For a more immersive experience, visitors can explore the Bastrop County Film Trail, which offers a self-guided tour of various filming sites throughout the county.