The hit medical drama following the brilliant, misanthropic diagnostician Dr Gregory House is set at a New Jersey teaching hospital – but filmed almost entirely in Los Angeles, with Princeton providing establishing shots.
Where was House filmed?
House was filmed almost entirely in Los Angeles, California, with Princeton establishing shots.
Every House location, explained
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The hospital – Los Angeles
Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital was built at Fox Studios in Los Angeles.
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Princeton – the aerials
Establishing shots used the real Princeton, New Jersey.
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The city – Los Angeles
Cases and locations used Los Angeles and its suburbs.
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The pilot – Vancouver
The pilot episode used Vancouver, Canada.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – the show’s real home – is an accessible city, while Princeton provided its exterior.
House Fun Facts
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Filmed in Los Angeles The New Jersey-set drama was made almost entirely in LA.
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'Everybody lies' House’s cynical motto ran through the series.
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A British actor as an American Hugh Laurie hid his English accent to play House.
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Inspired by Sherlock Holmes The character was modelled on Sherlock Holmes.
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A global hit The medical drama became one of the world’s most-watched shows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was House filmed?
Almost entirely in Los Angeles, California, with Princeton establishing shots.
Is it set in Los Angeles?
No – it’s set in Princeton, New Jersey, but filmed in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Los Angeles and Princeton are accessible.
Who stars in House?
Hugh Laurie as Dr Gregory House.
When did it start?
2004.
