The drama of a young woman’s stay in a 1960s psychiatric hospital – based on Susanna Kaysen’s memoir – was filmed in Pennsylvania, where the grand old buildings of Harrisburg and Reading became the wards of Claymoore Hospital.
Where was Girl, Interrupted filmed?
Girl, Interrupted was filmed in Pennsylvania – Harrisburg, Reading and Lancaster.
Every Girl, Interrupted location, explained
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The hospital – Harrisburg
Claymoore Hospital used the grand Pennsylvania State Archives building in Harrisburg.
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Reading – the grounds
Further hospital scenes used Reading, Pennsylvania.
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Lancaster – the houses
Daisy’s house used Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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The 1960s setting
The film recreates a late-1960s New England hospital.
Planning a visit
The historic cities of Harrisburg and Reading in Pennsylvania – the film’s real backdrops – are accessible destinations.
Girl, Interrupted Fun Facts
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Filmed in Pennsylvania The hospital drama used Harrisburg, Reading and Lancaster.
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Based on a memoir It adapts Susanna Kaysen’s memoir of her hospital stay.
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Jolie's Oscar Angelina Jolie won an Academy Award for her role.
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Set in the 1960s The story unfolds in a late-1960s psychiatric hospital.
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Ryder stars Winona Ryder plays and produced the film.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Girl, Interrupted filmed?
In Pennsylvania – Harrisburg, Reading and Lancaster.
Is it a true story?
Yes – based on Susanna Kaysen’s memoir.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Harrisburg and Reading are accessible.
Who stars in it?
Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie.
When was it released?
1999.
