Film crews have descended and put the town’s landmarks and scenery to use on many occasions – and continue to do so.
Here’s a look at 16 TV shows and movies filmed at locations around the district.
13. Funny Bones
The 1995 comedy-drama film from Hollywood Pictures is set in Las Vegas and Blackpool and has a sterling cast including Oliver Platt, Jerry Lewis, Lee Evans, Leslie Caron, Richard Griffiths, Sadie Corre, Oliver Reed, George Carl, Freddie Davies and Ian McNeice. Filming locations included Morecambe, Blackpool, St Annes, London and Las Vegas. Photo: Submitted
14. Possession
Possession is a 2002 romantic mystery drama starring Gwyneth Paltrow and featuring Carnforth's graceful Leighton Hall, home of the world-renowned Gillow family. Photo: Jarrold Publishing 2008
15. Brief Encounter
Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard starred in the 1945 British romantic drama film which was shot at Carnforth Railway Station. Photo: Submitted