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The riotous coming-of-age comedy about two friends’ last-night-of-school quest is set in an anytown American suburb – and filmed across the Los Angeles Valley, from a real high school to the convenience stores and house parties of the San Fernando Valley.
Where was Superbad filmed?
Superbad was filmed across Los Angeles – the San Fernando Valley, Culver City and El Segundo High School.
Every Superbad location, explained
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The high school – El Segundo
The boys’ school used El Segundo High School in Los Angeles County.
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The Valley – the houses
Evan’s house and the big party used the San Fernando Valley, around Northridge and Brentwood.
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The convenience stores
The infamous liquor-store scenes used real stores around Glendale and Culver City.
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The studios
Interiors used Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City.
Planning a visit
The suburbs of the Los Angeles Valley – the film’s everyday America – are real, accessible neighbourhoods behind the comedy.
Superbad Fun Facts
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Filmed in the LA Valley The suburban comedy was shot across the San Fernando Valley and Culver City.
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'McLovin' The fake-ID name became one of comedy’s most quoted gags.
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Rogen co-wrote it Seth Rogen wrote the script with Evan Goldberg, based on their teens.
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A breakout cast It launched Jonah Hill, Michael Cera and Christopher Mintz-Plasse.
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An Apatow production The film was produced by Judd Apatow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Superbad filmed?
Across Los Angeles – the San Fernando Valley, Culver City and El Segundo High School.
What school is in Superbad?
El Segundo High School in Los Angeles County.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the LA Valley suburbs and El Segundo are accessible.
