The fast-paced medical drama that made a star of George Clooney is set in a busy Chicago emergency room – but filmed largely in Los Angeles, with Chicago location shoots for authenticity.
Where was ER filmed?
ER was filmed largely in Los Angeles, California, with location shoots in Chicago.
Every ER location, explained
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County General – Los Angeles
The busy emergency room was built at studios in Los Angeles.
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Chicago – the setting
Location shoots used the real streets of Chicago, Illinois.
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The city – Los Angeles
Further scenes used Los Angeles and its suburbs.
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Chicago – the story
The show is set at County General Hospital in Chicago.
Planning a visit
Chicago – the show’s setting – is a vibrant, accessible city, while LA was the real production base.
ER Fun Facts
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Chicago filmed in LA The Chicago-set drama was made largely in Los Angeles.
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Clooney's breakout The show made George Clooney a star.
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A fast pace The show was famous for its breakneck, overlapping action.
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A Michael Crichton creation It came from author Michael Crichton.
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A long run The medical drama ran for fifteen seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was ER filmed?
Largely in Los Angeles, California, with location shoots in Chicago.
Is it set in Chicago?
Yes – at County General Hospital, but filmed largely in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Chicago and Los Angeles are accessible.
Who starred in it?
George Clooney, among a large ensemble.
When did it start?
1994.
