Every Chicago Location in 'The Fugitive' Mapped by Curbed Chicago

Are you a fan of The Fugitive, or movies made in Chicago, or Harrison Ford? You might love Curbed Chicago’s interactive map of every Chicago location in The Fugitive. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day Chicago.

The 1993 film The Fugitive is not only a classic crime thriller, but it can also be considered one of the most essential movies that takes place in Chicago. The movie prominently features Chicago’s L train system, a mansion in Lincoln Park and even Chicago’s festive St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Perhaps you thought it was just about Dr. Richard Kimble (Harrison Ford), whose wife (Sela Ward) is murdered by a one-armed man (Andreas Katsulas) and then chased down by a U.S. Marshal (Tommy Lee Jones)? Okay, it mostly is. However, the classic film does an excellent job at capturing Chicago landmarks and even the city’s famous downtown St. Paddy’s Day parade.

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That’s the parade in which Dr. Kimble loses the federal marshals who are chasing him. Recognize any famous mayors in that scene?

The movie spent six weeks in the number one slot after its August release, grossed more than $368 million, and was nominated for seven Oscars. Tommy Lee Jones won for best supporting actor. And it’s just gripping. So we forgive them for the saying there a Balbo station on the El.