Netflix's ‘Territory: Where Was the Series Shot? – Filming Locations & Other Details

Netflix’s latest neo-Western drama, Territory, takes audiences on a journey through the raw, wild, and breathtakingly dangerous locations of Australia’s South and Northern Territories. Starring Anna Torv, Michael Dorman, Robert Taylor, and Sam Corlett, Territory brings the high-stakes drama of a family inheritance to the world’s largest cattle station, showcasing the lengths rivals will go to claim a piece of the billion-dollar empire.

From sprawling cattle ranches to crocodile-infested rivers and arid outback deserts, the series’ locations are just as captivating — and unforgiving — as its characters. Here’s a look at the incredible Australian filming locations behind Territory.

Was the Netflix series filmed in Australia?

Yes, the series was primarily filmed across South Australia (SA) and the Northern Territory (NT). It’s reported to be the largest Netflix production ever filmed in SA, capturing the vastness and raw beauty of Australia’s remote outback. According to screen director Jennie Hughes, the choice of these real, rugged locations “gives this project an unparalleled sense of authenticity.”

During production, the cast and crew had close encounters with local wildlife. Robert Taylor, who portrays Colin Lawson, even shared a photo on Instagram of a large snake he found in his quarters, adding to the cast’s immersion in Australia’s challenging environment.

Netflix’s ‘Territory: Where Was the Series Shot? – Filming Locations & Other Details

Kakadu National Park
Many scenes set in the “Top End” — the term for NT’s tropical northwest region — were filmed in Kakadu National Park. As the largest national park in Australia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kakadu’s mudflats, rugged coastline, dense forests, and archaeological sites provided an epic backdrop for Territory’s storyline. Sam Corlett, who plays Marshall Lawson, described the experience as “sacred,” noting the presence of 20,000-year-old rock art in the area.
Mallala, Adelaide Plains
Filming in Mallala, a small farming community in the Adelaide Plains, added a touch of rural authenticity. Known for its quiet, pastoral setting, Mallala served as the backdrop for scenes highlighting the everyday struggles of the Lawson family and their neighbors.
Tipperary Station
Though Territory features the fictional “Marianne Station” as the Lawson family’s vast ranch, it was actually filmed at Tipperary Station, a real working cattle property in NT. This sprawling ranch, complete with its own airstrip and school, hosted 140 of the 180 crew members during production. The remote location posed logistical challenges, with many team members residing in a “camping village” of 100 vans, creating an immersive experience for both the cast and crew.
Adelaide Studios
Supplementary interior shots and set pieces were filmed at Adelaide Studios, located in South Australia. Here, the production team constructed some of the more intimate spaces and captured scenes that required a controlled environment.

The large scale of Tipperary Station was both a blessing and a challenge, with the crew relying on helicopters and private jets to access certain areas and capture aerial shots of the remote landscapes. For Taylor, Corlett, and the other cast members, living and working in such isolation helped deepen their connection to the story. Corlett even wrote poetry from his character’s perspective, tapping into his Australian roots and reflecting on the land’s impact on his portrayal of Marshall.