Weeks of on-location filming for the new historical drama Gettysburg 1863 have officially wrapped, bringing to a close a production that spanned multiple states and several landmark sites tied to the region’s Civil War legacy.
According to a post shared Friday by Dobbin House Tavern, the film was shot across Harpers Ferry, Loudoun Heights, and numerous locations throughout Adams County. In Gettysburg, cameras rolled at several familiar settings, including the Dobbin House Tavern and the Shriver House Museum, offering residents and visitors a close-up look at the production in action.
With principal photography complete, the project now moves into post-production, where editors and music producers will shape the finished film. Organizers are preparing for a planned Gettysburg premiere later this fall, giving the local community an early opportunity to see the completed work before its wider release.
Those involved with the production say the film is expected to be visually striking and emotionally resonant. Observers on set described a project marked by careful attention to atmosphere, period detail, and storytelling, aiming to capture the mood of a community grappling with the aftermath of war rather than the conflict itself.
Unlike many films associated with Gettysburg, Gettysburg 1863 does not retell the famous three-day battle. Instead, its narrative is set in the difficult months that followed. The story centers on a shaken town learning how to move forward amid grief and uncertainty, portraying families who rely on faith, compassion, and one another to endure loss and hardship. Running parallel is the story of a young soldier fighting to survive far from home, adding a personal dimension to the broader themes of recovery and resilience.
The filmmakers emphasize that this post-battle focus allows the story to explore the human cost of war and the quiet strength found in community, offering a perspective not often seen in Civil War-era films set in Gettysburg.
Residents and history enthusiasts interested in the production can find behind-the-scenes photos, videos, and cast stories by following Dobbin House Tavern, Gettysburg History, and the Gettysburg Film Commission on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
The full-length film is slated to arrive in theaters and on streaming platforms in late 2026.
Source: The Dobbin House