Discover the Filming Locations of ‘American Primeval’ on Netflix

Netflix’s latest series, “American Primeval,” is a gritty and action-packed western that has been drawing comparisons to the intense survival film, “The Revenant.” Directed by Peter Berg and written by Mark L. Smith, the show takes viewers back to the wild west of 1857 and explores the dark and violent chapter of the Mountain Meadows Massacre.

The series follows a group of bloodthirsty Mormons known as the Nauvoo Legion, who brutally slaughtered over 120 men, women, and children from the Baker-Fancher emigrant wagon train. As the story unfolds, viewers are taken on a journey through a lawless and chaotic world where morality is anything but black and white.

Starring Taylor Kitsch, Betty Gilpin, Dane Deehan, and Shea Whigham, the cast brings this brutal world to life with their compelling performances. The filming locations, while set in 19th century Utah Territory, were actually shot in New Mexico, adding to the authenticity of the series.

The production of “American Primeval” was no easy feat, with filming spanning 130 days in harsh outdoor conditions. The dedication to detail is evident in the set design, with builders using only tools available in the 1800s to construct the show’s version of Fort Bridger.

If you’re eager to dive into this gripping western tale, all six episodes are available for streaming on Netflix now. So grab your popcorn and settle in for a wild ride through the untamed American west.