The twisty teen thriller – unfolding across three summers around a girl’s disappearance – was filmed in Texas for its first season, moving to British Columbia for its second.
Where was Cruel Summer filmed?
Cruel Summer was filmed in Texas (season one) and British Columbia (season two).
Every Cruel Summer location, explained
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Skylin – Texas
The first season’s town used the Dallas area of Texas.
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The suburbs – Texas
Residential scenes used towns across Texas.
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The second season – British Columbia
The second season moved to Vancouver and British Columbia.
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Three summers
The story jumps across three consecutive summers.
Planning a visit
The Dallas area of Texas and Vancouver – the show’s real settings – are accessible destinations.
Cruel Summer Fun Facts
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Filmed in Texas and BC The first season used Texas, the second British Columbia.
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Three timelines The story unfolds across three different summers.
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A twisting mystery The show pivots on a girl’s disappearance.
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An anthology Each season tells a self-contained story.
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A summer hit The show became a breakout thriller for Freeform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Cruel Summer filmed?
In Texas (season one) and British Columbia (season two).
Is it set in Texas?
The first season is, in a fictional Texas town.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Dallas area and Vancouver are accessible.
What is it about?
A mystery unfolding across three summers.
When did it start?
2021.
