Mike Judge’s cult comedy about cubicle misery and a plan to beat the system is set in an anytown office park – and filmed across Austin, Texas, whose bland business parks became the perfect backdrop for Initech.
Where was Office Space filmed?
Office Space was filmed in Austin, Texas – the Initech office and Chotchkie’s restaurant – with a Dallas establishing shot.
Every Office Space location, explained
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Initech – Austin
The soul-crushing office used a real business park in south Austin, Texas.
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Chotchkie’s – the Arboretum
The flair-obsessed restaurant used a spot near the Arboretum in north Austin.
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The apartments and roads
Peter’s apartment and the traffic-jam opening used Austin’s Metric Boulevard area.
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Dallas – the skyline
An establishing highway shot used Dallas, Texas.
Planning a visit
The office parks and roads of Austin, Texas are the film’s real, accessible – if deliberately dull – backdrop.
Office Space Fun Facts
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Filmed in Austin The cubicle comedy was shot across Austin, Texas.
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The stapler Milton’s beloved red Swingline stapler became a pop-culture icon.
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'PC Load Letter' The printer-smashing scene became one of comedy’s most cathartic moments.
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From Mike Judge The film came from the creator of Beavis and Butt-Head and King of the Hill.
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A slow-burn cult hit Modest at release, it became a beloved cult favourite.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Office Space filmed?
In Austin, Texas – the Initech office and Chotchkie’s restaurant – with a Dallas establishing shot.
Where is the Initech office?
A real business park in south Austin, Texas.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Austin business parks are real, accessible places.
Who directed Office Space?
Mike Judge.
Who stars in Office Space?
Ron Livingston and Jennifer Aniston.
