The twisty teen thriller about four friends stalked by a mysterious tormentor is set in the fictional town of Rosewood, Pennsylvania – but filmed in Los Angeles, where a studio backlot built its leafy streets.
Where was Pretty Little Liars filmed?
Pretty Little Liars was filmed in Los Angeles, California, standing in for Rosewood.
Every Pretty Little Liars location, explained
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Rosewood – Burbank
The town of Rosewood used Burbank in Los Angeles.
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The studios – Los Angeles
Interiors were built at studios in Los Angeles.
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The pilot – Vancouver
The pilot episode used Vancouver, Canada.
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Pennsylvania – the setting
The show is set in the fictional Rosewood, Pennsylvania.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles – the show’s real home – is an accessible city standing in for Rosewood.
Pretty Little Liars Fun Facts
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Pennsylvania filmed in LA The Rosewood-set show was made in Los Angeles.
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The mysterious 'A' An anonymous stalker torments the four friends.
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Based on novels It adapts Sara Shepard’s book series.
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A teen phenomenon The show became a huge social-media hit.
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Four liars The story follows four friends hiding dark secrets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Pretty Little Liars filmed?
In Los Angeles, California, standing in for Rosewood.
Is it set in Los Angeles?
No – it’s set in fictional Rosewood, Pennsylvania, but filmed in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Los Angeles is accessible.
Is it based on books?
Yes – Sara Shepard’s novels.
When did it start?
2010.
