The romantic crime drama reimagining the classic fairy tale in a modern city was filmed in Toronto, Canada, which stood in for New York.
Where was Beauty and the Beast filmed?
Beauty and the Beast was filmed in Toronto, Canada, standing in for New York.
Every Beauty and the Beast location, explained
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New York – Toronto
The city used Toronto, Ontario.
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The studios – Toronto
Interiors were built at Cinespace studios in Toronto.
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The city streets
Street scenes used downtown Toronto.
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New York – the setting
The show is set in New York City.
Planning a visit
Toronto – the show’s real home – is a vibrant, accessible city standing in for New York.
Beauty and the Beast Fun Facts
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New York filmed in Toronto The New York-set show was made in Toronto.
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A modern fairy tale It reimagines Beauty and the Beast as a crime romance.
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A detective and a beast A homicide detective falls for a mysterious man with a secret.
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A CW series The show ran for four seasons on The CW.
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Based on the 1987 show It reworks the earlier Beauty and the Beast series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Beauty and the Beast filmed?
In Toronto, Canada, standing in for New York.
Is it set in Toronto?
No – it’s set in New York, but filmed in Toronto.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Toronto is accessible.
What is it about?
A detective and a man hiding a beastly secret.
When did it start?
2012.
