Sumith Prasad
Apple TV+’s drama series ‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey’ follows 91-year-old Ptolemy Grey, who lives with dementia and leads a lonely life. His isolated existence takes a turn when Robyn – the daughter of his niece’s best friend – becomes his new caretaker as she looks for a place to stay after the death of her parents. Together, Grey and Robyn unravel the mystery behind the former’s great-nephew Reggie. Based on Walter Mosley’s eponymous novel, the limited series features various captivating sites that are entwined with Grey’s internal and external life. If you are curious to know where these sites are located, we have the answers you are looking for!
The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey Filming Locations
‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey’ was filmed in its entirety in the state of Georgia, specifically in Norcross and Atlanta. As per reports, the principal photography began in April 2021 and went on till June 2021. The limited series was filmed under the code name ‘Memories.’ Now, let’s dive into the specific details about the filming process.
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Norcross, Georgia
A significant portion of ‘The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey’ was shot in Norcross, a city in Gwinnett County. It is located around 20 miles from Atlanta. Eagle Rock Studios Atlanta, located at 6269 Best Friend Road, Norcross, was used for the filming of the miniseries. The entertainment production facility consists of four soundstages and three office spaces for a premium filming experience. The four connecting stages in the facility make it a preferable site for film and television production. Over the years, the facility has hosted productions like ‘Ozark,’ ‘Greenleaf,’ and ‘Dynasty.’
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta – the capital and most populous city in Georgia – is another principal filming location for the show. Since the series is set in Atlanta, the city’s vibrant and captivating sites succeed in enhancing the narrative, making it an authentic visual experience. As one of the prominent cultural hubs of Georgia, the city is filled with fascinating streets and establishments, some of which even feature in the show. Atlanta forms an interesting backdrop for Grey and Robyn’s interactions as the latter leads the former to the world outside his dust-filled apartment.
Over the years, Atlanta has become one of the most prominent centers for entertainment production in the United States. Home to renowned filming facilities like Tyler Perry Studios and Blackhall Studios, the city has a number of projects that film all year round. Hence, Atlanta has earned the nickname “Hollywood of the South.” The city is also one of the significant filming locations of famed movies such as ‘Hawkeye,’ ‘Red Notice,’ ‘American Underdog,’ and ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ to name a few.
Along with the incredible cityscape, Atlanta offers enchanting greenery and stunning views of the Appalachian Mountains. This provides diversity with respect to backdrops that can be used onscreen for filming, tempting filmmakers to shoot their projects in the city.
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