Widgren's Barber Shop is a landmark in Royal Oak, Michigan, and a filming location for Gran Torino (2008).
Location: Royal Oak, Michigan, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in Gran Torino (movie, 2008) — as 'Martin's' barber shop where Walt coaches Thao in 'man-talk'
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-15775, SRC-15776
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15775 — https://www.movie-locations.com/movies/g/Gran-Torino.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15776 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Torino (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was Gran Torino filmed?
Widgren’s Barber Shop, in Royal Oak, Michigan, is a real-world filming location used for Gran Torino.
Where is Widgren’s Barber Shop located?
Widgren’s Barber Shop is located in Royal Oak, Michigan.