The acclaimed Cold War thriller about two Soviet spies posing as an ordinary American couple was filmed in and around New York, standing in for 1980s Washington.
Where was The Americans filmed?
The Americans was filmed in and around New York, standing in for Washington.
Every The Americans location, explained
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Washington suburbs – New York
The spies’ suburban world used the New York area.
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The city – New York
Urban scenes used New York City.
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The suburbs – Queens
Everyday scenes used the boroughs, including Queens.
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Washington – the setting
The story is set in the Washington DC suburbs in the 1980s.
Planning a visit
New York – the show’s real production base – is an accessible, iconic city.
The Americans Fun Facts
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Washington filmed in New York The DC-set show was made in and around New York.
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Soviet sleeper agents The couple are KGB spies posing as Americans.
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Set in the 1980s The story unfolds during the late Cold War.
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A critical favourite The show won acclaim for its tense, human drama.
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Russell and Rhys It stars Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Americans filmed?
In and around New York, standing in for Washington.
Is it set in New York?
No – it’s set in the Washington DC suburbs, but filmed around New York.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – New York is accessible.
What is it about?
Soviet spies posing as an American family in the 1980s.
When did it start?
2013.
