Top 10 Detective Films Set in Florida

Description: Although not strictly a detective film, this classic noir features Humphrey Bogart as a World War II veteran who gets caught up in a hostage situation in a Florida Keys hotel. The film's setting in the Keys adds to its moody, isolated atmosphere.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Key Largo, Florida, and was one of the first Hollywood films to be shot there. It was also the last film that Bogart and Lauren Bacall made together.

Description: A steamy neo-noir set in a fictional Florida town, where a small-time lawyer gets entangled in a plot to murder his lover's husband. The film's setting in Florida's heat adds to the sultry, dangerous atmosphere.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in Florida, including Palm Beach and Miami. It was inspired by the classic film "Double Indemnity."

Description: A Miami crime reporter becomes the target of a serial killer in this tense thriller. The film captures the heat and humidity of Florida, adding to the atmosphere of suspense.

Fact: The movie was filmed in Miami, and some scenes were shot at the Miami Herald building. Kurt Russell and Mariel Hemingway star in this gripping tale.

Description: Set in New Orleans but with scenes in Florida, this film follows a detective who falls for a district attorney investigating police corruption. The Florida scenes add a touch of exoticism to the already steamy atmosphere.

Fact: Although primarily set in New Orleans, some scenes were filmed in Key West, Florida. Dennis Quaid and Ellen Barkin star in this neo-noir.

Description: This erotic thriller involves a detective investigating a high school student's rape accusation in a wealthy Florida community, leading to a web of deceit and betrayal. Florida's opulent setting plays a key role in the film's atmosphere.

Fact: The film was shot in South Florida, including scenes at the Everglades Club in Palm Beach. It features a complex plot with numerous twists.

Description: Denzel Washington stars as a police chief in a small Florida town who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation that hits close to home. The film showcases Florida's less glamorous side, focusing on the tension and intrigue of small-town life.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in Florida, including Miami and the Everglades. The plot has been compared to the classic film noir "Laura."

Description: This film adaptation of the iconic TV series dives into the flashy, dangerous world of Miami's undercover cops, Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs, as they tackle drug lords and corruption. Florida's vibrant setting is not just a backdrop but an integral part of the narrative.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Miami and features real-life locations like the Fontainebleau Hotel. Michael Mann, who created the original TV series, directed the movie.

Description: While not a traditional detective film, this movie explores the lives of people living in budget motels near Disney World, with a subplot involving a detective investigating child welfare. The film's setting in Florida provides a stark contrast to the state's tourist image.

Fact: The film was shot in real budget motels in Kissimmee, Florida, and features non-professional actors from the area.

Description: Although primarily set in Los Angeles, the film includes scenes in Florida where the protagonist, a defense attorney, deals with a case that has roots in the Sunshine State. The Florida scenes add a touch of intrigue.

Fact: The film was adapted from Michael Connelly's novel, and some scenes were shot in Florida to capture the essence of the story's setting. Matthew McConaughey stars as the lawyer.