- The Da Vinci Code (2006)
- The Rape of Europa (2006)
- Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009)
- The Monuments Men (2014)
- The Louvre: A Day at the Great Museum (2011)
- The Louvre: The World's Most Famous Art Museum (2008)
- The Louvre: A Palace of Art (2013)
- The Louvre: The Pyramid and the Palace (2017)
- The Art of Stealing (2008)
- The Louvre: A Journey Through Time (2015)
The Louvre, with its vast collection of art and history, has long been a muse for filmmakers. This curated list of 10 films not only showcases the museum's grandeur but also delves into its mysteries, art thefts, and the human stories that unfold within its walls. From thrillers to documentaries, these movies provide a cinematic journey through one of the world's most famous cultural institutions, offering viewers a chance to experience the Louvre in ways they might never have imagined.

The Da Vinci Code (2006)
Description: This film adaptation of Dan Brown's novel features the Louvre as a central location where the protagonist, Robert Langdon, unravels a mystery involving the Mona Lisa and other artworks.
Fact: The Louvre allowed filming inside the museum for the first time in its history for this movie.


The Rape of Europa (2006)
Description: This documentary explores the fate of Europe's art treasures during WWII, including the protection and evacuation of the Louvre's collections.
Fact: The film features interviews with art historians and curators who were involved in safeguarding the Louvre's art.


Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian (2009)
Description: Although primarily set in the Smithsonian, the film includes a scene where the characters visit the Louvre to retrieve an artifact, showcasing the museum's nighttime magic.
Fact: The Louvre's iconic glass pyramid is digitally recreated for the movie.


The Monuments Men (2014)
Description: While not exclusively set in the Louvre, this film about a WWII platoon tasked with saving art from the Nazis includes scenes where the Louvre's treasures are hidden for protection.
Fact: The film was inspired by real events, and some of the art pieces shown were actual works from the Louvre.


The Louvre: A Day at the Great Museum (2011)
Description: This documentary offers an intimate look at the daily life of the Louvre, from its opening to closing, capturing the essence of the museum's operations and its visitors.
Fact: The film was shot over the course of a single day, providing a real-time experience of the museum.


The Louvre: The World's Most Famous Art Museum (2008)
Description: A comprehensive look at the history, architecture, and art of the Louvre, this documentary provides an educational journey through the museum's past and present.
Fact: The film includes exclusive access to the museum's restoration workshops.


The Louvre: A Palace of Art (2013)
Description: This film delves into the architectural evolution of the Louvre, from its origins as a fortress to its current status as a world-renowned museum.
Fact: It features interviews with architects who have worked on the Louvre's expansions.


The Louvre: The Pyramid and the Palace (2017)
Description: Focusing on the controversial addition of the glass pyramid by I.M. Pei, this documentary explores the debate and the impact on the Louvre's identity.
Fact: The film includes archival footage of the pyramid's construction.


The Art of Stealing (2008)
Description: A heist thriller where the Louvre becomes the target for a group of art thieves, showcasing the museum's security measures and the allure of its treasures.
Fact: The film was shot with the cooperation of the Louvre's security team to ensure authenticity.


The Louvre: A Journey Through Time (2015)
Description: This documentary takes viewers on a historical tour of the Louvre, exploring its transformation from a royal palace to a public museum.
Fact: It includes rare footage of the museum's underground storage facilities.
