Bradley Cooper Films New Movie in Monaco as the Principality Recreates the 1962 Grand Prix

Monaco is travelling back in time, transforming itself into a 1960s racing circuit. The Principality is currently hosting filming for the highly anticipated new movie connected to the Ocean’s Eleven franchise, directed by and starring Bradley Cooper, with Margot Robbie among the leading cast.

For the production, some of Monaco’s most iconic locations have been transformed to recreate the atmosphere of the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, bringing historic racing cars, period costumes and carefully designed sets back to the Principality’s streets.

Monaco becomes the setting for the 1962 Grand Prix

Filming is taking place mainly around Port Hercule, Avenue d’Ostende and Larvotto. Several roads have been temporarily closed to traffic to allow the production team to film the spectacular racing sequences.

Among the most striking scenes are those featuring 1960s racing cars speeding around the street circuit, including the climb up Avenue d’Ostende after the Sainte-Dévote corner.

The result is a completely different version of modern-day Monaco: contemporary vehicles have been replaced by historic racing cars, while extras and crew members wear clothing inspired by the fashion of the era.

Historic cars, extras and a 1960s atmosphere

Recreating the Grand Prix requires a major production effort. The set features historic cars, technicians, mechanics and dozens of extras, all involved in recreating the atmosphere of Monaco during the 1960s.

Port Hercule has also been transformed for the occasion, becoming a kind of cinematic time machine. The costumes, equipment and historic vehicles help recreate the world in which the new story unfolds.

The racing sequences are among the most spectacular elements of the production, offering a rare glimpse of Monaco’s famous street circuit in a very different era.

Bradley Cooper at work on the Monaco set

Bradley Cooper is directly involved in the production, combining his roles as director and leading actor while personally overseeing the work of the crew during filming.

The actor and filmmaker has kept a particularly low profile while working in Monaco. Despite the presence of photographers and curious onlookers, Cooper has not given interviews and declined requests to pose with the Prince’s Palace in the background.

His attention has remained firmly focused on the production and the complex recreation of the 1962 Grand Prix.

The new film explores the origins of the Ocean family

The project represents a new chapter in the Ocean’s Eleven universe and, according to information released about the production, will tell the story of Danny Ocean’s parents, the characters connected to the famous protagonist played by George Clooney in the franchise.

The story is therefore set before the events of the movies already familiar to audiences, explaining the production’s particular focus on historical accuracy and the recreation of the 1960s.

The film is currently scheduled to be released in 2027.

Monaco once again becomes a major international film location

The production further confirms Monaco’s appeal as a spectacular location for major international movies.

Following other high-profile projects, including filming for Emily in Paris, the Principality is once again set to appear on the big screen. Its famous street circuit, harbour, Larvotto district and distinctive architecture provide an ideal backdrop for a story combining cinema, glamour, cars and vintage style.

For several days, Monaco’s streets have therefore abandoned their contemporary appearance to recreate the golden age of motor racing. A spectacular transformation that brings the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix back to life as a cinematic setting, before the story reaches the big screen in 2027.