Common Pleas Courthouse is a landmark in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and a filming location for Gone Girl (2014). Built in 1854.
Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in Gone Girl (movie, 2014) — as North Carthage's courthouse — backdrop for Nick's disastrous press conference and the candlelig
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-15224, SRC-15225 - Built in 1854
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-15226, SRC-16662, SRC-17485
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15224 — https://www.movie-locations.com/movies/g/Gone-Girl.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15225 — https://visitcape.com/gone-girl-driving-tour/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15226 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Girardeau_Court_of_Common_Pleas (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16662 — https://www.kfvs12.com/2020/05/14/years-history-last-court-hearings-held-common-pleas-courthouse/ (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17485 — https://courthousehistory.com/gallery/states/missouri/counties/cape-girardeau (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was Gone Girl filmed?
Common Pleas Courthouse, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a real-world filming location used for Gone Girl.
Where is Common Pleas Courthouse located?
Common Pleas Courthouse is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.