But have you spotted the town and any of its iconic features in these nine TV shows and films?
5. Mr Turner (2014)
Timothy Spall plays British painter JMW Turner in this film detailing the artist’s last 25 years, following Turner as he travels, paints and begins a secret affair. Market scenes and Hampermill House were filmed in Luton Hoo Estate (Photo: Mr Turner 2014) Photo: Mr Turner (2014)
6. Blinded by the Light (2019)
Blinded by the Light is set in the town of Luton during 1987 Thatcherite Britain. The film is a coming-of-age story that follows Javed, a teenager who becomes obsessed with the music of American singer Bruce Springsteen (Photo: Blinded by the Light 2019) Photo: Blinded by the Light (2019)
7. War Horse (2011)
War Horse tells the story of a friendship between a young man and his horse, Joey. When Joey is sold off to the British cavalry, Albert enlists into the army in the hope of reuniting with his best friend. Steven Spielberg filmed scenes for the film at Luton Hoo Estate on 13 and 14 October 2010 (Photo: War Horse 2011) Photo: War Horse (2011)
8. Mrs Brown (1997)
Mrs Brown, starring Judi Dench as Queen Victoria, was also filmed at Luton Hoo Estate. The film shows Queen Victoria developing a close relationship with a former servant of the prince, John Brown (played by Billy Connolly), following the death of her beloved husband (Photo: Mrs Brown 1997) Photo: Mrs Brown (1997)