Robocop 2 (1990) Houston Filming Locations

Here are a few scenes from RoboCop 2 (1990) and their filming locations in Houston today.

Robocop 2 was filmed in Houston, Texas during the winter of 1989. While the first Robocop was shot in Dallas, Houston was chosen for the sequel because of its warmer climate during winter and lack of snow, unlike the more northern Dallas. Filming locations include many spots in downtown Houston such as the Wortham Center, the Alley Theater, and City Hall. Other scenes were filmed in Houston neighborhoods like the Fourth Ward and Hyde Park. I did not go to all of the locations featured in the movie.

Another difference from the first film is that Paul Verhoeven did not return to direct. Instead, Robocop 2 was directed by Irvin Kershner, who is probably best known for directing The Empire Strikes Back (1980). The screenplay was penned by Frank Miller, then known in the world of comics for The Dark Knight Returns and many other acclaimed graphic novels and comic book runs.