The beloved Disney musical about a magical nanny was set in Edwardian London – but filmed almost entirely on the soundstages of the Walt Disney Studios in Los Angeles, where London was built from scratch.
Where was Mary Poppins filmed?
Mary Poppins was filmed at the Walt Disney Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Every Mary Poppins location, explained
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Edwardian London – the studios
London was built on soundstages at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, Los Angeles.
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Cherry Tree Lane – the backlot
The Banks family street was a set on the Disney backlot.
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The rooftops – the soundstages
The famous chimney-sweep rooftops were built indoors.
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London – the setting
The story is set in 1910 London.
Planning a visit
The film’s London was built on the Disney lot in Los Angeles – the studios are a private working lot, but LA is accessible.
Mary Poppins Fun Facts
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London built in Burbank Edwardian London was created on Disney soundstages in LA.
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'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious' The film gave the world one of its longest famous words.
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Live action meets animation The film blends actors with animated sequences.
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Andrews's Oscar Julie Andrews won Best Actress as Mary Poppins.
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A Disney classic It remains one of Disney’s best-loved films.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Mary Poppins filmed?
At the Walt Disney Studios in Los Angeles, California.
Was it filmed in London?
No – London was built on soundstages in Los Angeles.
Can you visit the locations?
The Disney lot is private, but Los Angeles is accessible.
Who stars in it?
Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke.
When was it released?
1964.
