The bleak crime drama about a family who broker power in a town built on its prisons was filmed in Ontario, Canada – using the real Kingston Penitentiary – with later seasons in Pittsburgh.
Where was Mayor of Kingstown filmed?
Mayor of Kingstown was filmed in Ontario, Canada – including the real Kingston Penitentiary – and in Pittsburgh.
Every Mayor of Kingstown location, explained
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The prison – Kingston
The story’s prison used the real Kingston Penitentiary in Ontario.
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The streets – Hamilton
Town scenes used Hamilton, Ontario.
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Pittsburgh – later seasons
Seasons two and three used Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Michigan – the setting
The show is set in the fictional prison town of Kingstown, Michigan.
Planning a visit
The historic Kingston Penitentiary in Ontario – the show’s real prison – offers public tours.
Mayor of Kingstown Fun Facts
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Filmed in Ontario The show used the real Kingston Penitentiary and Hamilton.
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A real prison Kingston Penitentiary is a genuine former prison, now open for tours.
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A Taylor Sheridan show It came from the creator of Yellowstone.
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A prison town The town’s whole economy revolves around its prisons.
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Renner stars Jeremy Renner plays the power-brokering Mike McLusky.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Mayor of Kingstown filmed?
In Ontario, Canada – including the real Kingston Penitentiary – and in Pittsburgh.
Is it set in Canada?
No – it’s set in fictional Kingstown, Michigan, but filmed in Ontario.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Kingston Penitentiary offers tours.
Who stars in it?
Jeremy Renner.
When did it start?
2021.
