Joss Whedon’s cult ‘space western’ – a ragtag crew scraping by on the edges of a future frontier – was filmed in California, where studio backlots and the rugged Alabama Hills built its dusty outer worlds.
Where was Firefly filmed?
Firefly was filmed in Los Angeles and around California, including the Alabama Hills.
Every Firefly location, explained
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The studios – Los Angeles
The ship Serenity was built at studios in Los Angeles.
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The frontier – the Alabama Hills
The dusty outer worlds used the Alabama Hills near Lone Pine, California.
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The movie ranches – Santa Clarita
Western scenes used the movie ranches around Santa Clarita.
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The ‘Verse – the setting
The show is set on the frontier planets of a distant star system.
Planning a visit
The Alabama Hills near Lone Pine, California – a longtime film location – are a striking, accessible landscape.
Firefly Fun Facts
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Filmed in California The space western used LA studios and the Alabama Hills.
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A 'space western' The show blends science fiction with the frontier Western.
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Cancelled but beloved It ran only one season but became a huge cult favourite.
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A film followed Its story was continued in the film Serenity.
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A Joss Whedon show Joss Whedon created the cult series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Firefly filmed?
In Los Angeles and around California, including the Alabama Hills.
Is it set in space?
Yes – on the frontier planets of a distant star system.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Alabama Hills are accessible.
Who created it?
Joss Whedon.
When did it start?
2002.
