New Hollywood thriller Hitman shot here: Other times Singapore featured in pop culture1 min read

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There are plenty of guns, fights and fiery explosions in the just-released trailer of upcoming Hollywood film Hitman: Agent 47. But if you are a true-blue Singaporean, only two things should matter: MPH Bookstores and blue Comfort taxis.

These quintessentially Singapore things are the real thrills for locals. Expect more Singapore snapshots in the film, which was shot in Singapore last year and will open here on Aug 27.

The film, which stars Zachary Quinto and Rupert Friend, also shot at iconic attractions like the Singapore Flyer and Gardens by the Bay, but it was the familiar sight of local taxis in the two-and-a-half-minute clip that have got Singaporeans talking.

But in case you were wondering, Hitman is not the only high-profile movie to have been filmed on location here – here are some famous examples, as well as other notable pop culture references to Singapore.

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