Primary Filming Locations
The 10 Commandments was filmed at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, California, with extensive outdoor scenes shot in Egypt and the Sinai Peninsula. The studio controlled the large-scale sets, while the desert locations provided the sweeping landscapes seen in the film.
Studio and Set Construction
Inside Paramount Studios, crews built massive Egyptian city sets, including the gates of Per-Rameses. The on-location desert shoots were used for scenes depicting the Exodus journey and Mount Sinai, combining studio precision with natural terrain.
Legacy of the Filming Sites
Paramount Studios remains an active film production hub in Hollywood, and the desert locations used for the 10 Commandments are recognized as key sites in cinema history. For more details on the production, see the official Paramount Pictures history page at paramount.com.
