'The Vince Staples Show': All you need to know about Netflix show's filming locations

'The Vince Staples Show' features a semi-fictional exaggeration of the everyday life of hip-hop singer Vince Staples
PUBLISHED FEB 16, 2024
A still from 'The Vince Staples Show' (@Netflix)
A still from 'The Vince Staples Show' (@Netflix)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Netflix's semi-fictional autobiographical series, 'The Vince Staples Show,' which serves up an over-the-top dramatization of hip-hop musician Vince Staples' daily affairs, was filmed in Long Beach and Los Angeles, California, USA.

Production of the series started on January 12, 2023, with primary photography wrapping up on March 23, 2023.

The series, an unusual amalgamation of fiction and reality, portrays the everyday life of hip-hop singer Vince Staples as he encounters outlandish scenarios in his routine.

Where was 'The Vince Staples Show' filmed?

A still from 'The Vince Staples Show' (@Netflix)
A still from 'The Vince Staples Show' (@Netflix)

The series, which chronicles the hip-hop artist's initial years, is set in Long Beach, California. The city is notable for its waterfront landmarks in addition to its rich history and picturesque scenery, which makes it ideal for filmmaking.

The city's vibrant ports and bustling downtown, coupled with its sun-kissed beaches, serve as a magnetic draw for filmmakers seeking to capture the unique fusion of urban and coastal charm.

Los Angeles also provided the backdrop for certain scenes in the series. Known for its rich culture, Los Angeles is the heart of the film industry and is frequently referred to as the world's entertainment city.

What is the plot of 'The Vince Staples Show?'

Vince Staples catches up with an old friend turned robber in 'The Vince Staples Show' (Netflix)
A still from 'The Vince Staples Show' (Netflix)

The five-episode series presents a unique blend of fiction and reality, with famed hip-hop musician Vince Staples' everyday life at the center.

The series depicts peculiar scenarios as Vince navigates his life in Long Beach, encountering extraordinary circumstances of life.

The series incorporates overblown and stylized circumstances involving Vince Staples' routine, featuring his interactions with a cranky theme park mascot and a high-stakes showdown with his childhood adversary.

'The Vince Staples Show' is now streaming on Netflix.

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