The acclaimed legal drama about a lawyer rebuilding her career after scandal, set in Chicago, was filmed in New York.
Where was The Good Wife filmed?
The Good Wife was filmed in New York, and set in Chicago.
Every The Good Wife location, explained
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The studios – New York
The law firm was a set built at studios in New York.
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The city – New York
City scenes used New York City.
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Chicago – the setting
The story is set in Chicago, with establishing shots there.
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A lawyer’s comeback
The story follows a lawyer rebuilding her career after scandal.
Planning a visit
New York – the show’s real home – is an accessible, iconic city.
The Good Wife Fun Facts
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Chicago filmed in New York The Chicago-set drama was made in New York.
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A lawyer's comeback The story follows a wife returning to law after scandal.
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Julianna Margulies She stars as the lawyer Alicia Florrick.
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Ripped from headlines The show drew on real political scandals.
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A critical hit The legal drama won many awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Good Wife filmed?
In New York, and set in Chicago.
Is it set in New York?
No – it’s set in Chicago, but filmed in New York.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – New York is accessible.
Who stars in it?
Julianna Margulies.
When did it start?
2009.
