Apple TV+'s 'Sugar' captures Los Angeles' stunning vibe, backing its status as prime filming destination

With the trailer for 'Sugar' debuting in March, anticipation among fans has been steadily building
Apple TV+ series 'Sugar' is all set to feature Hollywood's oldest gathering spots Boardner’s by La Belle (@Apple TV+)
Apple TV+ series 'Sugar' is all set to feature Hollywood's oldest gathering spots Boardner’s by La Belle (@Apple TV+)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Coming soon to Apple TV+ is the highly anticipated drama series 'Sugar', starring Colin Farrell in the lead role. Set to premiere on Friday, April 5, the series is directed by Fernando Meirelles.

'Sugar' follows the story of John Sugar, a private investigator based in Los Angeles. His mission? To track down Olivia Siegel, the missing granddaughter of Hollywood magnate Jonathan Siegel.

With the trailer for 'Sugar' debuting in March, anticipation among fans has been steadily building. The filming of the crime series mainly took place in and around California, USA in August 2022.

The cast and crew visited different locations in California to shoot various scenes of the series.

Based on the trailer, it appears that 'Sugar' was mainly filmed in California, particularly in and around Los Angeles. Now, let's delve into the various filming locations used for 'Sugar.' The series was shot in multiple places to capture its diverse settings and enhance the storytelling.

Los Angeles, California, USA

Colin Farrell takes on the lead role as in 'Sugar' (@Netflix)
Colin Farrell in a still from 'Sugar' shot in the streets of Los Angeles, California  (@Netflix)

In Apple TV+'s 'Sugar,' viewers will experience numerous outdoor scenes showcasing the city. The vibrant atmosphere and diverse landscapes of Los Angeles served as the perfect backdrop to capture the essence of the story and bring it to life on screen.

Los Angeles holds a significant place in the United States of America and California due to its stunning locations, attracting actors for photoshoots and filming. It's renowned as a hub for filming.

One scene in the series showcased an aerial view of a freeway intersection in Los Angeles. The cast and crew explored various locations across LA to film different scenes.

Boardner’s by La Belle

Colin Farrell in an official trailer screengrab shot outside Boardner’s by La Belle (Youtube/@appletv)
Colin Farrell in an official trailer screengrab shot outside Boardner’s by La Belle (Youtube/@appletv)

Address: 1652 N Cherokee Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States

The production team of 'Sugar' used Boardner’s by La Belle, a bar in LA, to film various interior and exterior scenes for the series. The cast enjoyed themselves during the shoot at Boardner by La Belle.

Situated on a quiet side street off Hollywood Boulevard, it's one of Hollywood's oldest gathering spots. Originally established as a bar in 1927, it was named after the famous hit song 'My Blue Heaven' and was owned by the renowned hit songwriter Gene Austin.

In the rear, there's an outdoor patio with a fountain filled with dry ice and a stage for various performances. However, the performances typically lean towards the darkly beautiful, and the performers tend to take themselves a bit too seriously.

17133 Nanette St, Granada Hills, CA, USA

Colin Farrell in an official trailer screengrab of 'Sugar' shot in Granada Hills (Youtube/@appletv)
Colin Farrell in an official trailer screengrab of 'Sugar' shot in Granada Hills (Youtube/@appletv)

Another great filming spot chosen for the series is Granada Hills, where some interior scenes were shot. The production team made use of various facilities available in the area during filming.

Granada Hills is a neighborhood located in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles. It boasts a sports program and several city recreation centers.

In terms of education, the neighborhood is home to fourteen public and ten private schools. Originally founded in 1926 as "Granada," the addition of "Hills" to the name occurred 15 years later.

'Sugar' will begin streaming exclusively on Apple TV+ from Friday, April 5.

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