The LOST BULLET trilogy (French: Balle perdue) is one of the best action thrillers ever written in any language. The movie by Guillaume Pierret has made a special place in Netflix’s global library with its heart-pounding stunts, high-stakes car chases and grimy, real-life settings. But beyond the high-speed crashes and hand-to-hand fighting, one of the most visually appealing things about the franchise is the locations where the movies were shot.
Fans are getting ready for the third and final part of LOST BULLET 3, aka LAST BULLET, which makes them wonder: where was this intense story brought to life? The production stayed true to the rough beauty of southern France, carefully picking each location to keep the story’s flow while expanding the film’s visual scope. Before we talk about where LOST BULLET 3 was filmed, let’s go back to the beginning of the story.
THE STORY THAT DRIVES THE LOST BULLET SAGA
In the first Lost Bullet, we meet Lino, played by Alban Lenoir, a reformed car mechanic with a criminal past, who becomes embroiled in a deadly police corruption scheme. After being wrongfully accused of murder, Lino uses his engineering prowess to clear his name—by finding the “lost bullet” embedded in a car that holds the truth.
The sequel, Lost Bullet 2, picked up right where the first ended. Lino, now a full-time cop, continued his relentless quest for justice after the death of his mentor Charas (played by Ramzy Bedia). The second installment amplified the stakes with more dangerous enemies and deeper betrayals.
Now, in LOST BULLET 3, Lino emerges from prison with only one mission—track down Areski, the corrupt officer responsible for Charas’ death. But Areski’s return to France sets off a manhunt involving fragile alliances, including Lino’s collaboration with Julia (played by Stéfi Celma) and under the watch of Commander Resz (portrayed by Gérard Lanvin). What unfolds is a ferocious chase for justice, fueled by revenge, loyalty, and survival.
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WHERE WAS LOST BULLET (2020) FILMED?
The original film was shot entirely in Sète, a sun-drenched Mediterranean port city in the Languedoc region of southern France. Its narrow streets, coastal highways, and industrial docks made it the perfect place to film a realistic and gritty scene. The winding roads and buildings along the coast of Sète turned it into the perfect urban maze for Lino’s custom-built cars and fast-paced chase scenes.
WHERE WAS LOST BULLET 2 FILMED?
For the sequel, the production expanded slightly while still remaining within the Occitanie region. Shooting took place across Agde, Montpellier, and Saint-Affrique – Belmont Airport, among other locales in Hérault. The team sought fresh environments to reflect the evolution of the story while retaining the sun-baked aesthetics that fans had come to associate with the franchise.
Montpellier’s canal and urban sprawl provided key action backdrops, while the airport scenes added a sense of scale and mobility to the already fast-paced sequel. Filming wrapped in late 2021, and plans for a trilogy were soon confirmed.
WHERE WAS LOST BULLET 3 FILMED?
The last movie, LOST BULLET 3, was shot entirely in France, mostly in and around Montpellier, Sète, Lattes, and Mireval. These places were picked because they fit the overall look of the series and also have a variety of landscapes and buildings.
MONTPELLIER – THE HEART OF THE ACTION
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They started making Lost Bullet 3 in January 2024, with Montpellier being the main place where they worked. The city, which was built on land near the Mediterranean Sea, had both fancy city streets and rough backstreets.
From February 22 to February 27, 2024, one of the really exciting scenes was filmed in the Antigone neighborhood. Neoclassical buildings were moved to this part of the city, which was then turned into a chase scene. To make sure safety and realism during high-speed chases, streets were closed and parts of the area around Place du Millénaire, especially near Le croissant par Martin Brossard at 40 Place du Millénaire, were blocked off for days.
Nearby, Léon Blum Street and Jacques Cartier Avenue also played key roles in chase sequences. A remarkable fight scene took place aboard an actual train from Tram line 1, showcasing a rare and intense combat sequence in public transit.
Adding more visual flavor was Montcalm Park (11 Rue des Chasseurs), which allowed the filmmakers to contrast the chaos of the chase with the city’s quieter, open urban spaces. Filming permits were coordinated months in advance, and approximately 20% of the crew was hired locally—further embedding the production within the community.
SÈTE – A RETURN TO ROOTS
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From March 4 to March 8, 2024, the production returned to its roots—Sète. Scenes were filmed outside the Molière Theater on Victor Hugo Avenue, as well as the nearby Didier Fabre Florist shop at 15 Victor Hugo Avenue. The Le Môle Saint Louis lighthouse and the Corniche, iconic locations in the city, became the setting for breathtaking car stunts, reminiscent of the first film’s tone and energy.
Police station sequences were shot near the Sète police headquarters at 50 Quai de Bosc, anchoring the movie’s law enforcement storyline in a real-world structure.
LATTES – AN UNEXPECTED GEM
The commune of Lattes, located just outside Montpellier, was used for various supporting scenes. The quiet suburban environment allowed the filmmakers to capture scenes that required less interference and more space—especially for drone footage and wide-angle car chases. The Pond of Mejean, a location known for its natural beauty, gave the movie an unexpected sense of contrast between urban intensity and natural serenity.
MIREVAL – SPEED TESTED
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For the most explosive chase sequences, the production tapped into the Goodyear Proving Grounds on Route des Plaines in Mireval. This state-of-the-art testing facility provided the perfect closed environment for stunts involving Lino’s custom vehicles and drifting SUVs. With controlled traffic and stunt drivers, this location ensured the movie’s most dangerous maneuvers were performed safely and with cinematic precision.
THE IMPORTANCE OF LOCATION IN THE LOST BULLET TRILOGY
Across all three films, the Lost Bullet franchise has stayed geographically consistent, creating a cohesive visual identity rooted in the Occitanie region. Director Guillaume Pierret and producer Rémi Leautier made it a priority to use real streets, real vehicles, and real neighborhoods—not only to elevate the action, but also to showcase southern France’s cinematic potential.
In an interview, Leautier expressed his personal connection to Montpellier: “I really wanted to shoot in Montpellier because I love this city. Some scenes from the first two films were lensed here. But this one gives the city a more prominent visual presence—especially the Antigone district, which is very cinematic.”
By choosing locations that feel lived-in and visually rich, LOST BULLET 3 doesn’t just wrap up a thrilling narrative—it celebrates a region of France that’s been integral to the story from day one.
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