Where was May December filmed? The house & all the filming locations
Posted by Ra Moon
Loosely inspired by a true story of a teacher-student relationship in the 90s, May December was entirely filmed in Georgia.
Set in Savannah, the Netflix drama revolves around a couple in an age-gap relationship who meet a famous actress doing research for a movie about their past.
Set in Savannah, the Netflix drama revolves around a couple in an age-gap relationship who meet a famous actress doing research for a movie about their past.
Hollywood stars Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore headline the cast along with Charles Melton, known for his roles in the Riverdale and 13 Reasons Why series.
Here is our spoiler-free guide to all the filming locations of May December. We have listed the locations in chronological order.
The May December locations
The movie opens with some establishing shots filmed in Savannah's historic distric.
They appear the golden dome of the City Hall and a fountain in Lafayette Square.
They appear the golden dome of the City Hall and a fountain in Lafayette Square.
The Inn where Elizabeth stays in Savannah is the Estill Manor at 121 West 36th Street in the Starland District.
Built in 1920, this restored five-bedroom historic mansion with an English garden and pool has an estimated market value of approximately $1,800,000.
Image courtesy of Google Maps
The May December house
The Gracie and Joe Yoo's house is a nearly 3,000 square-foot three-bedroom waterfront home located in the Spanish Hammock neighborhood of Tybee Island.
With panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean, a dock, and a gorgeous deck, according to Zillow, this property has an approximate market value of $1,900,000.
The fictional West Mercer Community Center was filmed at the First Baptist Church Educational Building in Savannah, located behind the historic 19th-century church.
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The scene where Elizabeth meets Gracie's ex-husband, Tom, was filmed at the Gallery Espresso.
Established in 1993, this beloved coffee shop, tucked within the city's historic district, is known for its artistic ambiance and locally roasted coffee.
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As House Beautiful reported, the clothing store is The Posh Loft at 317 West Broughton Street, also in Savannah.
Image courtesy of Netflix and Google Maps
The Telfair Pets store is actually a shop called Exotic Underworlds located in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Savannah.
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The meeting with Gracie's former lawyer takes place at The Crab Shack seafood restaurant on Tybee Island.
Also featured in the Council of Dads series, you can check out the baby alligators swimming in the lagoon in between lobster bites.
Image courtesy of Netflix - Map
Image courtesy of Netflix - Map
The school scenes were filmed at Islands High School on Whitemarsh Island.
The airport is the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport
After the airport scene, it appears the stunning Talmadge Memorial Bridge connecting the city to South Carolina.
Completed in 1991, this impressive steel bridge stands as an iconic landmark, offering stunning views of the river and the surrounding area.
Image courtesy of Netflix - Map
The graduation dinner was filmed at Garibaldi's Savannah.
Housed in a historic building on Congress Street, this seafood restaurant is renowned for its delicious Italian cuisine and elegant dining atmosphere.
Image courtesy of Netflix and Google Maps
The scenes in the woods were filmed on Hutchinson Island, in the area of the Grand Prize of America Avenue.
Image courtesy of Netflix - Map
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