Where was Platonic shot? Revisiting key filming locations of the Apple TV comedy 

The Apple TV+ comedy Platonic, starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, was filmed primarily in Los Angeles, California. The city added to the narrative with its vibrant urban sprawl and providing the backdrop of an eclectic neighbourhood.

The city also offers some iconic spots that become the major setting for the show's exploration of adult friendship, midlife crisis, and other emotional chaos.

In LA, specifically, the makers have utilised the Paramount studios for some interior scenes, while some scenes are shot in Noé Restaurant & Bar, the Omni Los Angeles Hotel. Even the streets of Los Angeles are used creatively in the show and purely serve the film world.

Here are the key filming locations featured in the series:

Here are the key filming locations of Platonic

Platonic follows the story of Sylvia and Will, two former best friends who reconnect after years of estrangement. They were once inseparable, but later suffered a falling out that ended their friendship. Years later, now in their 40s, their bond is re-ignited, but even this time, things spiral into chaos.

Therefore, the show offers a mix of nostalgia and warm moments, along with emotional moments that capture the essence of adult friendship. To portray the same, the location played a key role, offering beautiful spots to film some crucial scenes in the show.

As mentioned, for the interior scenes like portraying Sylvia's home, garage, and other controlled environments, Paramount Studios (Hollywood) is used for its classic soundstage setup. The location also offered some control while shooting home life and intimate character scenes.

Secondly, for scenes where Sylvia and Will catch up over drinks or meals, the location was Noé Restaurant & Bar, Omni Los Angeles Hotel, at 251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA. This provided a sleek and modern setting for key emotional conversations and awkward reconnections.

Will's workplace and central hangout place was built in an actual brewery-style location in LA. According to reports, the exact location isn't known, but it was possibly in the Arts District or Echo Park.

The streets of LA were used for walking and driving scenes that captured real energy from residential neighbourhoods to busy intersections. Koreatown, Silver Lake, and Mid-Wilshire are likely locations based on visual cues in the series.

In season 2, Rancho Palos Verdes was featured as a scenic coastal golf course with stunning ocean views, which offers a perfect setting for some fresh character development. It portrays a peaceful contrast to the chaos of LA, and has been used to reflect some transitional moments in the story.

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Los Angeles haven been a base of TV production as it offers favourable weather most of the year and proximity to major resources. LA also blends some city glitz with some beautiful coastal areas, mirroring the contrasting reality of Sylvia and Will.

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