Bradley Cooper Films Ocean’s Eleven Prequel in Monaco: Hollywood Takes Over the Principality
Hollywood has arrived in Monaco. Since Monday, August 24, Bradley Cooper and a major international production have taken over some of the Principality’s most iconic locations for the highly anticipated Ocean’s Eleven prequel, set against the glamorous backdrop of the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix.
Monaco has been transformed into a Hollywood film set this week as production gets underway on the upcoming Ocean’s Eleven prequel.
Bradley Cooper is both directing and starring in the new film, with filming taking place across several emblematic locations in the Principality over five days, from Monday, August 24 through Friday, August 28.
At the heart of the story is a spectacular heist unfolding during the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, bringing together everything synonymous with the Ocean’s universe: glamour, risk, sophisticated locations and an ambitious robbery.
Monaco Goes Back to the 1960s
For the production, parts of the Principality are being transformed to recreate the atmosphere of Monaco in the early 1960s — an era intrinsically linked with the glamour of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace.
The setting provides a particularly cinematic backdrop for the new chapter in the Ocean’s franchise: the Casino de Monte-Carlo, luxury hotels, Mediterranean views, racing cars and the legendary streets of the Monaco Grand Prix.
The real 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, held on June 3, was won by Bruce McLaren, ahead of Phil Hill and Lorenzo Bandini.
Hundreds of extras in period costume are also understood to be participating in the production, helping recreate Monaco’s distinctive 1960s atmosphere.
Five Days of Filming Across the Principality
The large-scale production is taking place across Monaco until Friday, August 28, requiring temporary changes to pedestrian access, traffic, parking and public transport.
Port Hercule is one of the principal filming locations, with pedestrian access to Quai Albert Ier restricted from Sunday, August 23 at noon until Friday, August 28 at 11:59 p.m.
Road closures are also being implemented throughout the week, primarily between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Following filming around Port Hercule, Avenue J.F. Kennedy and Boulevard Louis II at the beginning of the week, production is moving through several other areas of Monaco.
On Wednesday, August 26, filming will affect Avenue des Citronniers, Avenue Princesse Grace, Avenue de la Madone and Avenue des Spélugues.
On Thursday, August 27, the production will move into the heart of Monte-Carlo, with temporary closures affecting the Place du Casino, Avenue de Monte-Carlo, Avenue d’Ostende, Avenue Princesse Alice, Avenue de la Costa and surrounding streets.
On Friday, August 28, filming will continue around Avenue des Spélugues, Boulevard Louis II, Avenue Princesse Grace, the Portier roundabout and the Larvotto area.
The arrangements may be modified depending on production requirements.
Bradley Cooper Behind and in Front of the Camera
The project marks another major directing role for Bradley Cooper, who will also appear on screen.
The actor and filmmaker has increasingly established himself behind the camera following A Star Is Born, Maestro and Is This Thing On?, and is now taking on one of Hollywood’s most recognisable franchises.
Margot Robbie is also among the film’s leading stars, with the story reportedly centred on characters connected to Danny Ocean, famously played by George Clooney in the modern Ocean’s trilogy.
The international cast also includes Wagner Moura, Monica Barbaro, Josh Gad, Omar Sy, Vicky Krieps, George MacKay and Lauren Ridloff.
Monaco Becomes a Star of the Next Ocean’s
More than simply a backdrop, Monaco appears set to play a central role in the film.
The Principality is a natural fit for the Ocean’s universe. Its casinos, legendary Grand Prix, luxury hotels, Mediterranean setting and history of international glamour provide an ideal stage for a sophisticated heist story.
The production also continues Monaco’s longstanding relationship with international cinema. Over the decades, the Principality and the surrounding Riviera have provided memorable settings for major films, from the Grace Kelly and Cary Grant classic To Catch a Thief to productions including GoldenEye and Iron Man 2.
More than six decades after the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix, the Principality is now preparing to relive one of its most glamorous eras — this time through Bradley Cooper’s lens.
The new Ocean’s film is expected to reach cinemas in 2027.