Exploring the Filming Locations of Heels

After gaining renewed popularity on Netflix, Heels is back in the spotlight – and fortunately, there are several filming locations from the show that you can explore in real life.

This gripping drama series centered around professional wrestling developed a devoted fanbase during its run on Starz, ultimately being cancelled after just two seasons. For fans, the cancellation was heart-wrenching, but the series has recently made its way to Netflix’s collection of new TV shows.

With this resurgence, fans are optimistic about the possibility of a third season. However, before diving into future possibilities, let’s take a moment to revisit how this captivating narrative was originally portrayed.

Here’s everything we know about the Heels filming locations and where you can find them.

Where is Heels filmed?

Although Heels is set in the fictional town of Duffy, the actual filming took place in various locations throughout Georgia, including Palmetto, Cumming, and Atlanta.

Palmetto, Georgia

Here are some key filming locations in Palmetto:

First United Methodist of Palmetto
Palmetto Water System tower
Spurlin Water Tower
Piggly Wiggly Express

Palmetto hosts several recognizable sites from the show, such as the church featured in the pilot episode during the funeral, known in real life as the First United Methodist of Palmetto.

Establishing shots also showcase some recognizable images of Palmetto, including the Palmetto Water System tower, which has been digitally altered to read ‘Duffy Water System’ instead.

Heels filming locations: Duffy water tower — Starz

Additionally, an essential site, the Duffy Wrestling League headquarters, is represented by the Spurlin Water Tower at Palmetto Cotton Mills.

Other notable filming sites in Palmetto include the 1918 railroad underpass and the Piggly Wiggly Express at 504 Center Street, which also appears in Stranger Things Season 1 when Eleven goes in to purchase Eggos!

Cumming, Georgia

Here’s a key filming location in Cumming:

Cumming Country Fair and Festival grounds

The Cumming Country Fair and Festival grounds is highlighted in the series when Jack’s wife, Staci, performs the national anthem during the State Rodeo Championship.

Atlanta, Georgia

Notable filming locations in Atlanta include:

Areu Studios
Ideal Sports Bar
Cheshire Motor Inn
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Rick Ross Mansion

While the exterior shots of the Duffy Wrestling League headquarters were filmed in Palmetto, the intricate interiors were likely captured on a soundstage at Areu Studios in Atlanta, where many additional interior scenes were filmed.

Heels filming locations: Wrestling arena — Starz

The Ideal Sports Bar is depicted in the show at a real pub located at 1953 Lakewood Avenue SE in Atlanta. Another location, the Cheshire Motor Inn, features in the fourth episode of Heels Season 1, and has also appeared in films such as The Mule and Hillbilly Elegy.

In Season 1 Episode 5, Bill conducts a press conference at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, a real hotel that has also been showcased in scenes from Spider-Man: Homecoming and Loki.

Lastly, one of the most visually stunning locations featured in the show, Charles Gully’s Mansion, was filmed at the Rick Ross Mansion, an expansive 235-acre estate situated between Atlanta and Fayetteville.

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