The warm-hearted medical drama about an idealistic hospital director determined to fix a broken system was filmed in New York – inspired by the real Bellevue, America’s oldest public hospital.
Where was New Amsterdam filmed?
New Amsterdam was filmed in New York City.
Every New Amsterdam location, explained
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New Amsterdam Hospital – New York
The hospital used real buildings in New York, including in Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn – the wards
Hospital scenes used Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn.
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Manhattan – the city
City scenes used Manhattan.
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Inspired by Bellevue
The hospital is inspired by the real Bellevue, America’s oldest public hospital.
Planning a visit
New York – the show’s real home – is an accessible, iconic city.
New Amsterdam Fun Facts
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Filmed in New York The medical drama used real New York hospital buildings.
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Inspired by Bellevue The hospital is based on the real Bellevue Hospital.
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'How can I help?' The director’s motto ran through the series.
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Based on a memoir It draws on a memoir by a real Bellevue medical director.
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A hopeful drama The show is known for its optimistic tone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was New Amsterdam filmed?
In New York City.
Is it set in New York?
Yes – at a New York public hospital.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – New York is accessible.
Is it based on a real hospital?
It’s inspired by the real Bellevue Hospital.
When did it start?
2018.
