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Five Iconic Places to See on the Warner Brothers Lot

Fans of movies and TV shows aren’t going to want skip going on the Warner Brothers Tour when they’re visiting Los Angeles. From shows you grew up with, movies you fell in love with as a kid (or flat out scared you), there is history all over as you go through the tour.

Hop on the tram, get ready to see some moments in movie history you wont forget. And don’t worry, there are moments you can get off the tour for pretty amazing photo opps including downtown S tars Hollow Gazebo and the Friends Fountain ! Your tour will end at a small museum with other sets and photo opp locations you wont want to miss!

The Growing Pains House

No doubt you grew up watching Growing Pains like the rest of 80’s kids. But the house the Seavers lived in – is still standing and still being used for other shows. The front of the house is probably the most recognizable and was used for exterior shots, but the inside was on a sound stage. From the front door to the porch where many talks happened, the the garage out back where Mike moved into the upstairs apartment (that totally wouldn’t fit in there in reality).

But it’s not just the front of the house that has a lot of history. The back of the house has been used in a lot of different movies and shows including Elvira , and more recently is the entrance of Kim’s Antiques in Gilmore Girls . Keep an eye out for this picket fenced entrance, you’ll start seeing it featured in a lot of different shows you already are watching.

The Spider-Man Upside Down Kiss Location

In the 2002 Spider-Man movie, between all of the action scenes and fighting we get one moment of pure romance – that upside down kiss! The rain is pouring, Spidey is upside down hanging from a fire escape after he just saved Mary Jane and she kisses him as he hangs there. It’s romantic, and from what we’ve told not exactly easy to do. And where was it filmed? On the busy street set on the Warner Brothers Lot – just like any other busy scene you’ve seen in their shows and films that have a lot of brick buildings and fire escapes. You’ve seen this street a lot in Friends and other shows – but this fire escape itself, that is the location of that kiss that made fans melt.

Do You Want to Buy a Gremlin?

If you grew up in the 80’s and 90’s there’s no doubt you saw Gremlins , and it’s subsequent sequels. Depending on how old you were, the movies either were some of your favorite or they terrified you (I may be in the later category). But the story all starts when Sam buys a Mogwai named Gizmo and the stairs he goes down to the basement shop to get him? Right off the city street set there on the Warner Brother’s lot! Where do those stairs go now? We’re not really sure, but may venture down them next time to find out!

Be on the look out for the animated series The Secrets of Mogwai coming soon from Warner Brothers as well!

Walk Down the Same Streets as Blade

Long before the MCU blew up and super heroes took the theaters by storm we had Blade . Arguably one of the least family friendly comic book heroes, and the first African American one that made it to the screen. But this Vampire that can walk in the day light did so right down this street on the Warner Brother’s lot. The studio tour will take you right past this city street and should point out the iconic buildings used for the movie and other films as well.

Lakeside Dining like in Million Dollar Baby

Do you remember the lake side restaurant in Million Dollar Baby ? It lives on the Warner’s Brother lot too. The lake is actually a water tank that can be filled and used when needed and drained when not – and the building looks a lot smaller in person.

What’s on the other side of that “lake”? From the other side, the other side it’s actually the swamp from True Blood and you can find the building for Merlotte’s Bar and Grill . What a useful little pond in the middle of “The Jungle” there on the lot!

You’ll be amazed at just what else you’ll find on the Warner Brother’s lot, including the set of The Big Bang Theory, Friends, Central Perk , Fuller House and a lot more. You can get lost in the the different sets and the memories of what else was filmed there.

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Warner Brothers Studio Tour Hollywood Reopens With Major Expansion, Including an All-New Batcave

The expanded tour includes a special visit to the worlds of DC and Harry Potter.

Warner Brothers will reopen its Studio Tour Hollywood this month with an expanded tour, guiding fans on a trip through 100 years of movies and TV history. Located in California, the Studio Tour will allow visitors to get closer to special sets based on some of Warner’s biggest franchises, such as Friends , Harry Potter , and the DC Universe.

Talking about the reopening, Studio Tour Hollywood VP and general manager Danny Kahn said that “entertainment is about connecting with fans and we are thrilled to welcome guests back to the tour after a more than 15-month hiatus.” As part of the expansion after-pandemic, Kahn underlined that the “new experiences will take guests on a journey through our history, how we bring stories to life and celebrate the DC Universe and Wizarding World.”

The expanded tour includes the "Storyline Showcase," where guests can explore the Warner Bros. story from its cinema chain origins in 1923 to its transformation into one of the biggest media giants in Hollywood. Among the main attractions of the new area is a replica of the iconic water tower you probably recognize from Warner’s logo.

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The fan-favorite Studio 48 stop is still part of the tour, guiding visitors through the Central Perk set from Friends and Sheldon’s apartment set from The Big Bang Theory , before dinner is served in a fully-functional Central Perk Café. However, a new grand finale experience promises to blow fans’ minds, as they are taken through both the DC Universe and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Amongst the attraction of “Action and Magic Made Here” there’s an all-new Batcave, featuring the authentic Batmobile from Tim Burton ’s Batman , the Tumbler from The Dark Knight , and the Batwing from Batman v. Superman . Other treats for fans include the Lasso of Hestia from Wonder Woman 1984 , and Jared Leto ’s Joker and Margot Robbie ’s Harley Quinn costumes from Suicide Squad .

Fans of magic will also explore recreated sets from Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts , where they can make their dream of being surrounded by Hogwarts acceptance letters at the Dursleys’ fireplace come true. Guests will also be able to learn more about the magical creatures of the Wizarding World in Newt Scamander’s Shed of Magical Creatures. Finally, to those wishing to acquire exclusive merchandising from their favorite franchise, a new Warner Bros Studio Store will be open to the public without a Studio Tour ticket purchase.

The Warner Brothers Studio Tour Hollywood will welcome families with children five years and older starting June 26. If you plan a visit, check the safety protocols on the official website by going to this link . Check out some more images below:

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Warner Brothers Studio Tour Hollywood: Los Angeles

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Posted on Last updated: February 16, 2024

Heading to Los Angeles? Make sure to visit Warner Brothers Studio Tour to see a glimpse of Hollywood magic in this backlot tour.

What is the Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood?

Based in Hollywood, the Warner Bros Studio Tour takes you around the backlots of the famous filming studio. You can go backstage at famous film and movie sets with an expert tour guide who will share a bit of Hollywood magic en route. There are also exhibits from Batman, the DC Universe, and Harry Potter, giving you a glimpse of the costumes and props used.

The famous Friends Central Perk set is also a staple part of this tour. 

Warner Brothers Studio tour options:

There are a few different tour options you can choose from depending on how much time and money you are willing to spend. 

• Studio Tour – $69: This is the basic tour which includes a 2-hour guided tour around the backlot and a 1-hour self-guided tour in the exhibits. 
• Classics Tour – $69 – The classics-themed tour focuses on the Golden Age of Warner Bros, focusing on titles from the 1970s. You will be guided by a specially trained tour guide and taken to classic movie and TV show sets. This tour also takes around three hours in total and is available twice a day. 
• Deluxe Tour – $295 – This is a 5-hour guided and 1-hour self-guided tour that includes a deeper look at the movie-making process. Visit the property and costume departments and enjoy a delicious lunch at the Warner Bros Commissary Fine Dining Room. 

Current filming on the Warner Bros. Studio Lot:

Whilst touring backstage, you can visit some sets that are currently in use as long as they are not filming at the time. Make sure to mention the sets you are interested in to your guide at the start of the tour:

• The Ellen Degeneres Show
• Bob Hearts Abishola
• All American
• Young Sheldon

Getting to Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood:

• Drive – If you are renting a car, you can drive to the Studio Tour with parking available on site. Put the address below into your SatNav and follow the signs for Tour Parking once you head into Warner Blvd.
• Ride-share or Taxi – You can get a taxi to the studio using Uber or Lyft. Taking an Uber from Hollywood Boulevard will cost around $6 – $10 and takes around 12 minutes depending on traffic. 
• The Bus – You can get a bus from Hollywood/Highland, Universal, Pasadena/Del Mar and North Hollywood to the Warner Bros Studio Hollywood. For routes and timetables, see the LA Metro website.

Warner Brothers Studio Hollywood Address: 3400 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505

Watch a show at Warner Bros Studio Tour

Ever wanted to be in the audience of a TV show? After your tour, it is worth checking with the staff at Warner Bros Studio Tour to see if they have any tickets for shows such as the Ellen show whilst you are in Los Angeles.

Tips for visiting the WB Studios Tour Hollywood:

• Bring ID – If you are over the age of 18, bring ID (driver’s license or a valid passport is accepted).
• Age restriction – Children under the age of 8 are not permitted to visit the studio tour and children aged 8 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Book in advance – This is a popular studio tour in Los Angeles so make sure to book your tickets ahead of time. 
• Arrive early – Whatever time your tour is booked for, aim to arrive at least 30 minutes early. There is a cafe and store you can visit whilst you wait if you do end up arriving earlier than expected. 

• Photography – You are not permitted to take videos during the tour but photographs can be taken in certain areas; your tour guide will let you know when this is allowed. 
• What to wear – There is no dress code for the studio tour but we recommend you wear comfortable footwear and Dres for the weather. The tour is spread across 110 acres of a back lot, meaning quite a bit of walking is included. If it is sunny, make sure to bring sunglasses and a hat as a large portion of the tour is outside.
• Places to eat – There are a few places to get drinks, snacks, and food whilst at the studios. At the start of the Tour, in the Welcome Center, you will find a Starbucks which is open from 8.30am to 5pm. There is also a Warner Bros Studio Plaza Cafe if you are looking for a proper meal but note this is only open 8am to 2.30pm and is closed on the weekend. During the tour, there is also a cute replica of Central Perk, where you can pick up Friends-themed bakery items along with branded Central Perk Coffee. 
• Speak to the guide – If there is a particular set or TV series you love, make sure to let your guide know. As long as the set isn’t being used, guides will do everything they can to make sure you get to see your favorite sets. 

Other Los Angeles Studio Tours

Warner Brothers Studio Tour isn’t the only backlot-style tour you can take in Hollywood. Some other great options include:

• Paramount Pictures Studio Tour – Paramount offers 3 different tours that range from 2 to 4.5 hours long. This is a very active film set meaning you can see some sets as long as they are not being used at the time. Highlights also include Forrest Gump’s bench and the Bronson Gate.
• Sony Pictures Studio Tour – Home to the sound stages of The Wizard of Oz and Spider-man this walking studio tour costs $45 and takes around 2 hours. This is the cheapest studio tour on this list. 
• Universal Studios Tour – As a popular part of their amusement park, Universal Studios Hollywood includes a backlot tour that takes around an hour. Here you will see attractions based on King Kong 360, Bates Motel, Fast & The Furious and Jaws. 
• Adventures By Disney: Disney backstage – This is a more expensive package and tour but the package includes meals and accommodation at the Lows Hollywood Hotel and Disney’s Grand California Hotel & Spa. This Disney Adventure includes a tour of the Walt Disney Studios and Archives, an Imagineering tour, a Hollywood walking tour and a tour of the Jim Henson Company. However, this week-long package costs a whopping $3399 and includes a VIP Disneyland ticket. 

Warner Brothers Studio Tour FAQ

How long is the Warner Brothers Studio Tour?

The basic and classic tour takes around 3 hours whilst the deluxe tour takes 5 hours. 

Is the Warner Bros studio tour worth it?

Comparing the price and the sets you get to visit during your tour, the Warner Brothers Studio Tour is definitely worth a visit. It is highly rated by all visitors and the mixture of exhibits, backlots and active sets gives you a great insight into how Hollywood works. 

What does the Warner Brothers studio tour include?

The Warner Bros Studio tour includes a backlot tour, a visit to the Friends set, a look at post-production in the Stage 48 exhibit and props and costume exhibits from the DC University, Harry Potter and Batman. 

How much is a Warner Brothers Studio Tour?

The basic and classic tour costs $69 per adult and $59 per child whilst the deluxe tour costs $295 per person. 

Can you take pictures at the Warner Bros Studio Tour?

In the Warner Bros Studio Tour, you can take photographs in some areas but not all. Your tour guide will let you know when you are permitted to take photographs. 

Can you visit the Friends set in LA?

Yes, if you book a tour at Warner Bros Studio Hollywood, you will be able to see the original Central Perk set from the hit tv show Friends.

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Saturday 25th of June 2022

[…] most accompanied with a tour open for the public. There are many options available but we chose Warner Brothers for our visit. Speak to your tour guide about which programmes you love and they may be able to […]

Tuesday 20th of December 2016

That indeed looks like a happy visit :) No shame in demanding what or who you wanna see, haha. And since they were filming Big Band theory, you at least know you were pretty damn close to them ;)

Thursday 17th of November 2016

Wow great post with lots of helpful information. I am still trying to get the time to visit the WB Studios in the UK but Hollywood one sounds like the better choice.

We are going to the UK one in the next few weeks!

Tuesday 15th of November 2016

That's so cool! I didn't know everything was being recorded at the same place... Do you know if "How I met your mother" set is also at the "Warner Brothers Studio"? I would die to see it live!

Thanks so much for sharing it, seriously... I'm gonna share it on my Facebook account! It just surprised me so much!

Hey Marina, Yeah it is amazing how much is filmed there! I am not sure about How I met your mother,I don't think so as they didn't mention it!

Janine Good

How lovely! I hope to get to Los Angeles soon as I truly love being near the rich and famous! I love the Daffy Duck statue and the fact you got to see Ellen's parking spot. Such neat nostalgia in a destination.

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Hollywood & media deaths in 2024: photo gallery & obituaries, huge expansion of warner bros. studio tour hollywood debuts june 26 with interactive harry potter, dc showcases.

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As theme park attractions reopen across Southern California, Warner Bros . announced on Tuesday that its massively revamped Studio Tour will welcome back guests on June 26.

Five years in the making, the expanded set tour utilizes a new building devoted completely to the tour center, in addition to a lot tour and a stop at the iconic Stage 48. The tour highlights the nearly 100 years of TV and movie-making at the studio, and specifically spotlights the DC Universe and Harry Potter. The tour also now welcomes families with children five years and older.

Key additions include the “Storytelling Showcase,” where guests can explore the evolution of Warner Bros.’ long history; “Action and Magic Made Here,” the new grand finale experience featuring the DC Universe and Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series; an expanded new Warner Bros Studio Store, which will be open to the public without a Studio Tour ticket purchase.

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“Entertainment is about connecting with fans and we are thrilled to welcome guests back to the tour after a more than 15-month hiatus” said Danny Kahn VP and General Manager. “Our new experiences will take guests on a journey through our history, how we bring stories to life and celebrate the DC Universe and Wizarding World.”

Upon arrival, guests enter the “Storytelling Showcase” and discover the world of Warner Bros., examining the breadth of the studio’s film, TV and animation titles, as well as the technological innovations from its cinema chain origins in 1923 through its nearly 100-year journey to become one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world. Guests can even take a selfie with a replica of the iconic water tower as they walk along an aerial view of the studio lot.

After guests tour the lot with one of Warners’ expert guides, they will arrive at Stage 48: Script to Screen, the Studio Tour’s interactive sound stage where they can experience the technology and methods of production, revel in the Central Perk set from Friends and Sheldon’s apartment set from The Big Bang Theory before dining at the lot’s Central Perk Café.

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From Stage 48, guests can head to the “Action and Magic Made Here” grand finale, where they’ll get to step behind-the-scenes of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts with all new interactive experiences, props, costumes and memorable photo opportunities.

DC fans will be able to explore the all-new Batcave, where they can get up close to the Batmobile from Tim Burton’s original Batman film, the Tumbler from The Dark Knight , and the Batwing from Batman v. Superman . Photo ops include the Lasso of Hestia from Wonder Woman 1984 , Jared Leto’s Joker and Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn costumes from Suicide Squad , Poison Ivy in front of the actual Arkham Asylum gates featured in Joel Schumacher’s Batman and Robin and more from films such as Aquaman , Superman and Zack Snyder’s Justice League .

Guests can then explore recreated sets from Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts where they can dabble in the art of potion-making, snap a photo inside Harry’s cupboard under the stairs at 4 Privet Drive or be surrounded by Hogwarts acceptance letters at the Dursleys’ fireplace, test their wand choreography skills and learn more about the magical creatures from Fantastic Beasts in Newt Scamander’s Shed of Magical Creatures.

A new Sorting Ceremony takes place in the Great Hall recreated set. The official Harry Potter Fan Club mobile app will allow fans can discover their official Hogwarts house before arriving. Visitors will hear the Sorting Hat call out their true Hogwarts house when it’s placed above their heads.

Concluding the tour is an elegant display of iconic treasures from Warner Bros. most beloved films and TV shows in the “Celebration of Awards Season.” The exhibit spotlights iconic props and costumes from the studio’s classic films, such as the trombone that Robert Preston played in The Music Man , the jersey worn by the late Chadwick Boseman to portray Jackie Robinson in 42 , and a painstakingly detailed miniature blimp from Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner .

The Welcome Center houses a brand-new Warner Bros. Studio Store that will be accessible to the general public. The studio store offers the only in-person shopping experience with exclusive merchandise from Warner Bros. films and TV shows. In the Personalization Area, fans can choose from a host of personalization options, including engraving a wand. Later this year, guests will be able to access merchandise from the studio store online.

The Studio Tour will be open on weekends, from June 26 through July 11, with the Tour also open on July 5. From July 15, the Studio Tour will operate 5 days a week and remain closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Tours will depart from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with departures every 30 minutes. Tickets are available online for $69 for adults (ages 11 and up) and $59 for children ages 5 to 10 at wbstudiotour.com (advanced reservations will be required). Additionally, Southern California residents are eligible for a special rate of $57 on weekdays only, through September 30, 2021.

The Studio Tour follows all city, state and federal health guidelines in addition to internal mandates to ensure the health and safety of our guests, employees and production partners.

In reopening , the Warners Tour joins Universal Studios Hollywood, which unlocked its gates weeks ago. The Paramount and Sony lot tours remain closed, according to their web sites.

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Warner Brothers and Movie Star Homes Tour

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Explore Warner Brothers Studios and See Where the Stars Live!

This tour is steeped in Hollywood, it’s history and it’s connection to the Movies!    The tour is done in a climate-controlled van with great visibility.

Enjoy the star treatment on this intimate tour which includes Downtown Los Angeles and the Staples Center, the Millennium Biltmore Hotel or the Westin Bonaventure Hotel – sometimes, with a ride on the elevators for some great photos above Los Angeles!

This ultimate Hollywood tour also includes a 2+ hour backstage tour of the Historic and still very active Warner Bros. Studios.   On this golf cart style tour, you’ll ride through the back lot and past working sets (you might even get to visit a couple).    You’ll visit the Warner Museum and Stage 48 Interactive Experience and see where many of our favorite stars work and where the movie magic happens.

This is a full day! You see and experience more than any other guided Hollywood tour!

Your Tour includes round-trip transportation from your Anaheim area hotel, a walk down Rodeo Drive, a Hollywood Movie Stars Home Tour, Visit Greystone Manor with a walking tour of the incredible Beverly Hills Estate used in countless movies including Ghostbusters, Batman and X-Men.    Then drive down Sunset Blvd past iconic rock and roll Clubs and Star Hangouts!    Then it’s time for lunch at Carney’s Train Car – site of movies and TV Shows and “The Best Hamburgers and Hot Dogs in the World!”.   

Watch the other tour buses pass by as you sit inside this historic and famous real train car located right on the Sunset Strip!    Then it’s on to Hollywood Blvd, the Hollywood Sign, Dolby Theater, Chinese Theater and Walk of Fame!     You’ll be on your own for about 40 minutes before you continue on to the Warner Brothers Studios for your backstage tour!    Afterward, it’s back to Anaheim but not before stops in Downtown Los Angeles for some great photos!   Learn more about our stops below.

At this time, Warner Bros. Studios does not allow children under 8 years old to take their tour, which means our age restriction for this tour is 8+

•  Guided walking tour of Rodeo Drive
•  Movie star home tour
•  Lunch at Carney’s Train Car
•  Hollywood & Highland Center
•  Hollywood Sign
•  Warner Brothers VIP Studio Tour — over 2 hours!
•  Downtown Los Angeles
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Start your tour with   25-minutes on the world-famous Rodeo Drive to see the stores where the rich and famous shop including Bijan, Gucci, Prada, Harry Winston Jewelers, and the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel featured in  Pretty Woman  – stop in the lobby!   It’s incredible! Celebrities are constantly moving in and out of the neighborhood, so bring your camera… you never know who you might see!

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Then, we depart and immediately start our Movie Star Home Tour.   Many of these homes are behind gates and hedges so we’ll focus on the homes of some older stars that have great visibility from the street.   During this portion of the tour, we head to Greystone Manor – an incredible estate (now a public park) that is an amazing example of a real Beverly Hills mansion. This is the site of numerous movies including  National Treasure, X-Men, Spider Man, There Will be Blood, Rush Hour,  and more!

When we depart Greystone, we cruise the Sunset Strip and see such infamous locales as The Whiskey A Go Go, Johnny Depp’s notorious Viper Room, The Rainbow Room, the Roxy, The Chateau Marmont, and more!

• Chevron down Sunset Strip and Carney’s Train Car for Lunch

• Chevron down Hollywood Blvd Stop

From there, it’s off to the Chinese Theater, where you have about 40 minutes to check the shoe sizes of many stars as you enjoy the forecourt with all the hand-prints and footprints in cement! Also, stroll the world-famous Walk of Fame, check out the Dolby Theater (home of the Academy Awards) and get a Great View of the Hollywood Sign!   Plenty to see and do including some great souvenir shops!

• Chevron down Hollywood Sign

The Hollywood Sign is located on the hill Behind the Chinese Theater.   This is your best opportunity to see and photograph the sign.   Sadly, this photo does not represent your view which will be about 2 miles away

• Chevron down Warner Brothers VIP Studio Tour

Then, we continue on to Warner Brothers Studios! Because nothing is staged, this is real Hollywood at work, there is no telling what, or who you might encounter. Since you are driving in and around these working sound stages, Guests frequently see live production and the stars and crew setting up!

We also have an opportunity to explore Hollywood’s only studio museum. This remarkable collection of memorabilia from the Studio’s rich and celebrated history offers guests an intimate look at the original costumes, props, sets, scripts, and correspondence from countless Warner Bros. Studios films and television shows — materials not before seen by the general public.

Plus, enjoy Stage 48, a script to screen movie experience in a real soundstage that has been converted to provide you a true behind the scenes look at movie making.   Plus you can sit on the real couch from Central Perk or take a photo in the Apartment from the Big Bang Theory!   You’re on your own for this portion of the tour and are typically provided about 40 minutes to see this at your own pace!

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Then, after a drive through or around Griffith Park, we finish our tour with an up close look at Downtown Los Angeles! See and learn about the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Staples Center, and so much more.   You’ll enjoy at least two photo stops in this great town!

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this is the one and only studio tour I have done so far. The day before my friends and I were trying to decide on which if the various studio tours to do, decides on the WB! Glad we picked this one. The people that work there are really nice and were very understanding when we called saying we were stuck in traffic and weren't gonna make our tour, so they scheduled us 2 hours later. It was also good we called because the 3 of us that went each paid online separately and were put in 3 diff tour groups. You first go in as a huge group and sit in a little theater where they have a video of all the tv shows and movies put out by the WB. After that you break off into your smaller group and load onto a tram with your guide. Our guide was really nice, she asked everyone what a few of our favorite tv or movies filmed here were so she could take take to talk about or show us those specific places. The many interesting things we saw... -Merlots from true blood -pond from the frog Budweiser commercial -stars hollow(gilmore girls)/eastwick -growing pains house -ally where spider-man kisses Mary Jane -central perk (friends) -car garage w/ batman cars, shaguar, mystery machine...etc. -props room -the wb water tower thing Many other places. We also got to see the set of the Mentalist because they were off set shooting. The gift shop is small but really great. Being a huge Gilmore Girls fan I was excited to find a coffee mug that said Lukes on it. over all the $50 it cost is way worth it. And you get a free green screen photo of your group at the end. I actually visited in April of 2010, but it wont let me chose a earlier year!

For me the 2h15min was way too short. Most of the time we spent just driving around in the cart. I only saw one part of a real set (not including Friends). They should show more inside the studios. Was it nice? Sure, but for the price and lenght could have been much better.

We had a great time touring the Warner Bros Sudio in December with our guide Carly. She drove us around in groups of 12 on stretch golf carts and was very knowledgable and entertaining throughout the entire tour. We saw The Big Bang Theory, The Mentilist, the WB Museum and the various "Back Lot' locations. Find Eddie in the Warner Brothers Museum and ask about some WB history. Good value and a fun gift shop which is not to be missed. Takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

I took the 1 pm VIP tour with a friend on January 9, 2012. We were assigned to Group A, which had the maximum 12 guests. Group B had only 7 guests. After watching the 10-minute pre-tour movie, we were taken outside to board our respective trams. Since we had a full tram, I had to sit between two people (not the most comfortable location). I did not like this so I asked our male tour guide if my friend and I could move to Group B's tram. He looked at me in a weird way and didn't say anything at first. I repeated my question and he said, "Why?" I stated that since Group B only had 7 guests, their tram had empty seats and more room. So he asked the female guide (Anne) if she could take two more people, and she said yes. I was perturbed by his behavior even before we began the tour. Fortunately, Anne brightened my mood by her cheerful and enthusiastic personality. The remainder of the tour was great. I learned a lot about WB movie history and the current TV shows. I thought the complimentary photo in front of the Hogwarts train was cute and a nice souvenir. Prior to the start of the tour, my friend and I grabbed a quick lunch at the WB Cafe. They had a nice variety of salads, sandwiches and grilled items - all cooked to order! The prices were reasonable and the large dining room was nice and clean. Like another reviewer stated, enter the parking lot on Avon Street from Riverside Drive. It is very easy to find the VIP Tour parking lot, which charges $7 per car. Most importantly, don't forget to bring a government-issued ID or passport. They check for IDs when you pick up your tickets at the Tour Center. You will also go through security, where your bags are hand-searched and you walk through a magnetometer.

Myself, my niece, and my 2 teenage daughters were part of a tour that we thoroughly enjoyed in late December. It is a very interesting tour for any movie/TV buffs. Our excellent tour guide, Scott B., was very knowledgeable about the studio and gave us an extraordinary amount of information about past movie scenes, music video scenes, and current TV filmed on the various outdoor sets we toured and at the WB studios in general. He was able to give us information that catered to all of our age groups and the various movies/TV that we would be familiar with - 40's, 30's and teens. It was so fascinating to hear about how the sets were used in such different ways, changing hardware, signage, using green screens, etc; even the history of the studios was interesting. My girls loved all of the Pretty Little Liars sets, the Harry Potter costumes, and we all found it so interesting to tour through the "jungle" and the steet sets as well as some of the props rooms, some cars from movies such as the Batmobiles and the set from Friends. We finished off with a special soundstage visit. I can honestly say that, all around, the tour was actually much better than expected, just chock-full of information, and though we did not see any celebrities (we did not expect to see any anyway!), we would highly recommend it (and Scott as a guide) to anyone. Thanks for a great afternoon and making it a highlight of our trip to LA.

A great tour which varies depending on the day and the guide. Much better than universal studios if you are interested in movie or TV making rather than theme park rides.Great for Harry potter fans too. Unfortunately photos not allowed for most of it.

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Which Is The Best Hollywood Studio Tour For You?

Posted on Published: June 29, 2019  - Last updated: February 26, 2024

Categories North America , California , Travel

There are four major Hollywood studio tours that you can go on in and around Los Angeles : Warners Bros., Sony, Paramount, and Universal Studio Tours.

It’s really not necessary to do all of them , especially on the same trip. There’s quite a bit of overlap between each studio tour, and the ticket prices can really add up.

Throughout my visits to California, I’ve managed to visit all 4 Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles (and some more than once!).

Here’s my in-depth reviews of all the major Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles. This is what to expect from each one so you can decide which is the best studio tour in los Angeles for you!

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Why Should You Go On A Hollywood Studio Tour?

Hollywood Studio Tours in Los Angeles are a great way to gain an “ all-access” pass to the biggest backstage lots in California .

They give you a chance to go behind the scenes on some of your favourite movies and TV shows.

You’ll get to see the sets and props, and learn about the magic of making movies. And, if you’re lucky, you might get the chance to either see a live film set or a celebrity at work . 

Let’s just say, visit a movie set is a quintessential Los Angeles activity … p.s. see my L.A. guide here .

Which Is The Best Hollywood Studio Tour For You ?

The best Hollywood studio tour for you will depend on three main factors :

• Your favourite films and TV shows

The studio tours vary in budget and tour length. The price ranges between $55 to $110 / ticket . And the tour can last anywhere between one to three hours .

But your favourite movies and TV shows are the most important factor when deciding which studio tour in Los Angeles to go to. If you haven’t watched anything the studio has produced, you’ll be less interested in what you’re seeing and learning about.

Best Studio Tours In LA: Overview

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Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

Universal Studios is a bit of a unique studio tour in Los Angeles. The studio tour can only be accessed if you buy a ticket to the entire theme park .

This also puts the studio tour at a much higher price point compared to the others around Los Angles. But, on the other hand, it is an ENTIRE day of activities instead of a few hours.

The tour itself is only 60 minutes but there are no shortage of other rides and shows to see once you’re in the park.

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Total Time : 1 hour (not including wait time in line) Admission : $109 -$119* (includes access to the entire park, price varies depending on the season) Book Tickets for Universal Studios Hollywood . Parking : Starts at $32* (General Parking)

*Updated January 2024

Movies Referred To/ Filmed Here:

You should check out this Hollywood studio tour if you’re a fan of…

• Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas
• Jurassic Park
• Fast and the Furious
• Jordan Peele’s horror epic, NOPE

Pros Of The Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

You are on the LARGEST film and TV studio in Hollywood and the world! You get to drive by some of the most iconic sets in all movie history.

You drive-by the sound stages, new and old sets.

But this is still a ride in a theme park so they’ve added some more ride-like adventure elements to make things more exciting, unlike any other Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles.

At times you feel like you’re in the movie rather than just seeing where one was filmed!

And it’s not all for show either, they do still use these sets to film. In fact, this was the only Hollywood studio tour where I caught a live taping , so it’s still possible to see!

One thing’s certain though, you won’t be bored for a second on this tour even if you don’t happen to see an active film set during your tour. 

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Cons Of The Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

It’s the least personal studio tour in Los Angeles. You’re on a tram the entire time for 60 minutes straight, with about 30 other people!

As I said, this tour is sometimes more of a ride than a studio tour (so it’s both a pro and a con!).

At times, the tour felt very streamlined , because most of it is. You still have a guide, but he’s following a script on a set path so it’s the same tour every time (unlike the others which have a bit more variance based on your guide).

The tram is on a set course and there are timed animatronics and effects throughout the tour.

Value For Money – Movie Location Los Angeles

I will admit, you get pretty good value for your money with your tickets to Universal studios. But that’s only if you wanted to visit the theme park.

If you were already planning on visiting Universal Studios Hollywood, then the studio tour is a must-do ride! 

But if you don’t like theme parks, and your only interest is the Hollywood studio tour, I wouldn’t recommend paying for the entire theme park just for the tour.

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Logistics: What To Know Before You Go

A tram leaves about every 30 minutes for the Universal Studios Hollywood studio tour so the line builds up pretty quickly. I’d prioritize this as one of your first rides of the day.

As I said, don’t expect reality with this one, they do show you real sets but it’s also still a ride. So you’ll get a lot of gimmicky routines created specifically for this tour. 

Also, some advance warning, you might get wet at certain points during the ride. If you’d prefer to not get wet, try to sit in the middle of the row.

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Warner Bros. Studio is actually in Burbank California , but it’s close enough to Los Angeles.

Warner Bros. studio tour takes you on a tram around different parts of the studio, with only around 12 guests at a time on the tour.

So unlike Universal Studios Hollywood studio tour, it’s a lot more personal and you’re only on the tram to get from place to place (because their lot is HUGE!).

You drive by sound stages and countless outdoor sets. But you’ll get off and walk around a bit, even walking in some sets if you’re lucky. So you should be prepared for some walking on this studio tour in Los Angeles!

Total Time : ~3 hours (1 hour guided, 2 hours unguided). Leaves every 30 minutes from 9:30 to 3:30 Admission : 70$* Parking : 15$* Website

What Was Filmed Here (Sets You Might See!)

Check out this Hollywood studio tour if you’re a fan of…

• Harry Potter
• Gilmore Girls
• Back to the Future
• The Big Bang Theory
• Pretty Little Liars

So Much More Than A Studio Tour

Over the years, the Warner Bros. studio tour has grown. It’s no longer just a backlot tour, now, that’s just one part of it…

Museums, Props, Sets, & Photo Ops At Warner Bros. Studio

Tickets to the Warner Bros. studio tour also includes interactive museums where you’ll want to take all the pictures you can!

You can interact with different sets from your favourite movies and TV sets, like Friends, the Big Bang Theory and Harry Potter! on the magic of movies, costume

There’s also an entire exhibit on the DC universe with all superheroe and villain props. They have Aquaman’s lair, Wonder Woman’s study, Superman’s office, and the Batman’s bat cave.

And finally they have an in-depth exhibit on all things filmmaking. Staring with the writing process and finishing with the special effects of movie making.

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Pros Of The Warner Bros. Studio Tour

They are constantly updating the Warner Bros. studio tour – that means you can even go back the next time you’re in Los Angeles, I’ve already gone back twice!

There was some over lap with the sets and information, but very little. A lot had been updated and added to the tour. And I’ve already noticed that they’ve added a lot more content since I’ve gone!

Also, the guided portion of the tour will rarely be the same. For starters, where you go will all depend on what they’re filming at the time. So not only can it change over the years, but it can change within the hour!

It’s also a very personal tour with only being 12 people on the tram. You can also all your questions about movie magic!

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Cons Of The Warner Bros. Studio Tour

With all the new additions to the tour every year, I’ve noticed the guided portion has become less and less…

The guided tour portion is only hour , and then two hours are a self guided tour through the museums.

But it’s the guided portion of the tour that’s always fresh and what brings me back! I’m a bit disappointed that the museums seem to have taken over the tour now, making the tour a bit more gimmicky and less about touring real sets and sound stages…

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Bring government I.D. when you visit, and make sure to arrive early!

You have to go through security and there might be a lineup. They suggest arriving 30 minutes in advance.

Don’t worry about getting lost on your way to the studios (if you’re driving there)! I followed the instructions we were given on how to get to the visitor’s centre, but my GPS brought me to the wrong gate. No need to panic if this happens to you too! The patrol was very understanding (I’m sure this happens all the time) and told us exactly where to go.

If you’re driving, there’s a parking lot across the street from the visitor’s centre (paid, of course). The studio is in a pretty secluded area, but there’s a Starbucks in the visitor’s centre .

You can book Warner Brothers Studio tour tickets in advance on Viator here .

Paramount Pictures Hollywood Studio Tour

Paramount Pictures is really interesting because it’s the last Hollywood studio still in Hollywood (well in Los Angeles). 

So it’s only about a 15-minute drive from Hollywood Blvd. FYI, Warner is in Burbank, and Sony is in Culver City.

It was very similar to Warner Bros. Hollywood studio tour in terms of the scale of the studio. They have several sound stages, a water tank, and a totally customizable New York set.

Like the other Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles, there’s a museum portion of the tour with props. Paramount Pictures one had a lot of “ unwanted ” props (those that could only be used once for the film they were designed for).

There was A LOT of props from the Transformers franchise, but there were also Star Trek, Gladiator, and Dream Girls props.

Time : 2 hours * They leave every 30 minutes from 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Admission : 65$* Parking : $22 – (used to be cash only)* Website

What Was/ Is Filmed Here

• The Godfather
• OG King Kong (In Set 19)
• Breakfast at Tiffanys
• Forrest Gump

Pros Of Paramount Pictures Studio Tour In Los Angeles

The best part about the Paramount Pictures Hollywood studio tour tour was the small size of the group. There’s a max of 7 people on the tour (you’re in an 8 seater golf cart).

The tour also provided earphones to be able to perfectly hear your tour guide at all times, so they didn’t have to shout at you! There can be a lot going on on sets with a lot of noises, so the earphones were definitely appreciated.

I also liked that they provided visuals for what you were looking at during the tour. Our tour guide carried around an iPad showing examples of what a specific set was used for over the years. So instead of looking at a giant green screen, they showed us how that green screen was used in different films.

Cons Of Paramount Pictures Studio Tour

Paramount Pictures studio tour taught me a few things about Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles…

First, the quality of the tour really depends on your tour guide – they can make or break your visit. And unfortunately, you won’t really know who you’re going to get beforehand.

Unfortunately for me, my tour guide at Paramount Pictures wasn’t the best. There’s so much history to this Hollywood studio that I ended up lost most of the time because I didn’t know who or what he was referring to, I guess the references were also a bit ahead of my time…

Paramount Studio tour also really showed me how important it is to have seen (or at least heard of) the films or shows the studio produced. 

So if you’re a fan of classics like I Love Lucy, Alfred Hitchcock, or the original King Kong then Paramount Pictures studio tour is a must for you!

For me, Paramount Pictures studio tour was a bit of a mixed bag. I really see the potential of this tour though, but I think you have to be a really big movie buff to enjoy Paramount Pictures studio tour.

The visitor parking is across the street from the main gates. Be wary of the address on Google Maps, it brought me to the wrong gate.

When I visited, parking was cash only, so it’s always good to be prepared. There’s an ATM you can use at the end of the tour if you need (apparently no one does cash back in the area…).

Like the other tours, you have to show I.D. and go through security, so they ask you to arrive 30 minutes before your tour . But, in case there’s no wait at all, there’s a mini-exhibit you can visit to pass the time before your tour starts. 

Make sure to bring water and food, there’s really not much in the area. But drinks aren’t allowed on the tour itself, so leave it in the car!

SONY Studio Hollywood Tour

SONY Hollywood studio tour ended up being my favourite studio tour . We were only about 5 people on this tour, so it was very personal. But I don’t know if this was the max, or that fewer people happened to sign up for it.  

I know online there are 25 spots per time slot. I don’t know if that’s the typical tour size on a busier day, or if they would always split you up into smaller groups once you get there.

There are famous cars on display from movies and shows (like Breaking Bad and Ghostbusters). They also have a prop museum at the start of the tour. There’s even an Oscar and an Emmy award you can see (and even hold!). 

Time : 2 hours * Leaves 4 times a day: 9:30, 10:30, 1:30 and 2:30. Admission : 55$* Parking : Free Valet Website

What Was Filmed Here

• Breaking Bad
• Wheel of Fortune
• Ghostbusters
• The Goldbergs

Pros Of The SONY Studio Tour

SONY is a MUCH smaller studio than the other three Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles. That means you don’t even need a tram to get around, we walked everywhere (so you should also be prepared to walk!). This made it easier to take appreciate it all and take pictures!

I also absolutely loved our tour guide, he was by far my favourite out of all the ones we had on any tour. It didn’t seem like he simply memorized a script. It was as if he lived and breathed SONY and films in general. I would’ve believed it if he’d told us he grew up on set.

We also got the chance to walk on to a sound stage from one of my favourite TV Shows – The Goldbergs. And our guide brought us onto a working foley stage (where they create extra sounds for movies). 

If a sound or foley stage isn’t available to see, you are guaranteed to see either the Wheel of Fortune or Jeopardy set . They film on opposite days, so you’ll always be able to see one of them.

But the best perk of all is… You get your picture taken on the set of either Jeopardy or Wheel of Fortune, which they’ll print out and give to you as a souvenir… FREE OF CHARGE! ! Seriously when is anything ever free these days…

Cons Of The SONY Hollywood Studio Tour

As I mentioned, there’s no tram for the SONY Hollywood studio tour. Although the studio isn’t as large as the others, you have to be prepared to walk quite a bit.

Another sort of pro and con is that it’s 80 % outdoors . So you really want to go when it’s decent weather. And be prepared to be in the sun!

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Value For Money – Hollywood Studio Tours In Los Angeles

I think you get a lot of value for your money at SONY studio tour. It’s the cheapest out of any of the Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles and they give you some nice freebies (like parking and a photo souvenir!).

The scale of the studio might be smaller than the other three major studios, but there’s still a lot to see. And despite the lack of big blockbuster sets, they make up for it in different ways (like seeing the inside of a game show set, and a foley stage).

Like Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures studio tours, they ask that you arrive 30 minutes early to go through security. 

If you drive there, they offer FREE valet parking in the Overland lot. 

The studio is very much out of the way, so plan your meals and snacks in advance. All they had at the studio was a vending machine .

Don’t expect to see large outdoor sets like from Warner Bros. or Paramount, SONY is a lot smaller, so most of their sets are on sound stages. So if you’re interested in the big New York outdoor sets, SONY isn’t for you!

Overview, What’s The Best Studio Tour In Los Angeles?

Like I said before, Universal Studios is the most expensive, but you do get an entire days worth of activities. But if your intent is to learn about movie magic, the other three are better choices. 

If you have time for more than one, you don’t need to see both Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures. There’s quite a bit of overlap between the two. Instead, choose one of those, and then either Universal or SONY as your second option.

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Tuesday 26th of September 2023

You've gotten me excited about my next trip to Los Angeles. I've done the Universal tour and the Warner Bros tour, so I may do what you suggested and do Paramount and Sony next.

You're right about Universal's tour being more of a ride from what I remember. However, it was cool to see sets from The Good Place, Jaws, and Psycho. Being on the tram the whole time was a little different, and my experience was a bit thrown off because I hadn't expected Universal, CA to have such similar rides to Universal, FL, and I loved how Universal, FL made it really seem like you were on a set walking through various cities. Definitely not the same as CA. I think I was there for about 2 hours and was done. The weather was weird where it was kindof warm at first, but then turned super cold while I was in line for a ride, so I was done sooner than I expected.

I absolutely loved the Warner Bros tour. The guide was super nice and knowledgeable. I almost died when I saw the Gilmore Girl house and Luke's Diner. Of course I took pictures at the Central Perk. To me, the prop museum was a tad boring, but still overall decent. The tour was partially walking and partially riding. There were so many moments where I was like...."this looks familiar" and had to think of where the set had been used. Super cool. I highly recommend it.

Wednesday 27th of September 2023

That's awesome!! Definitely I enjoyed that the Warners brothers was mixed with walking and a tram ride you were able to get so much further that way - and the lot is HUGE! It really is cool seeing sets from your favourite TV shows and movies! I really liked the SONY tour but it was definitely a lot smaller than Warner bros!

Sunday 19th of February 2023

Hi Meghan, great article. Easy to read and allowed me to choose the studio we should visit in the short time we will be in L.A. Thanks you.

Monday 20th of February 2023

That's awesome to hear! Glad I could help :D :D

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Monday 1st of July 2019

Wow what a great list of tours to choose from! I personally don't like these types of things however I think your post will be super useful for those who do!

Thanks! I hope it will be :)

I’ve done the Universal tour but it was like 20 yrs ago! I really want to go back and do all these studio tours. I’m film mad me 😃💕

Oh wow, you really should I'm sure a lot has changed since then. It's a movie geeks dream :)

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About The Warner Brothers Studio Tour

One of the best ways to get a feel for the behind the scenes of movie production is to go on a studio tour, and the Warner Brothers Studio Tour is tons of fun.

                Daffy and Bugs Bunny are greeting visitors at the studio tour entrance

A guide will drive you around the studio lot for about 2 hours, tell you about the history of every nook and building and answer any question you have. Our guide was Bailey, she was super knowledgeable and friendly. Before we headed out she asked what our favorite movies were so she could take us to the spots where they were filmed and share some insider facts about the production process. All the tours have some common stops but they are also somewhat customized according to the requests of the guests. So, if there is something you very much desire to see, don’t be shy, speak up at the beginning when asked.

Fans of Harry Potter, Batman and Friends are sure to have a blast as there is a plethora of significant items used in the movies on display.

The guided tour ends at Stage 48 where you may spend as much time as you wish exploring the many exhibits housed there.

Here are some of the highlights of the guided Warner Brothers Studio Tour:

• Cafe Sur Le Lot – the coffee shop from La La Land the movie. Los Angeles has actually dedicated a day to the La La Land movie, April 25th is now officially La La Land Day ! 
• The Bat-mobile garage – Oh my gosh, all the cars used in the movies are here and they are unbelievably cool, even for someone like me who is not particularly a huge fan of comics this was amazing to see!  According to our guide it cost one million dollars to build each car and they were designed by the directors. Also the lead actors didn’t actually drive the cars, those scenes were done by stunts men. There is also a Batman sign you can turn on, and a Batman statue here. This was absolutely the coolest surprise on the tour, I always thought there was some post production magic to those cars, but I was wrong, they are very real.  
• The Harry Potter props , including the sorting hat, which you can try on and will choose which house you belong to ( I got Gryffindor, yay)
• New York/ Pasadena/ Los Angeles, basically a few urban streets with buildings and alleys which have been used in numerous outdoor scenes in shows and movies like Friends, Big Bang Theory, Spider Man, etc.
• Midwest, Chicago, the suburb- streets with buildings or sometimes only facades typical of those regions
• “the Jungle” where parts of Jurassic Park were filmed; Warner Brothers is the only studio which has a lot with so much vegetation
• “Central Park” another area with lots of vegetation which functions as the famous New York park in many movies

this is a tour bus ↓

Looks like a regular street doesn’t it? It’s actually on the studio lot and some of these are used as offices when not shooting inside

A section of “New York” on the lot, or other urban areas as needed (for example, it’s Pasadena for the Big Bang Theory )

Inside the Batman garage ↓

The outside of the coffee shop from the La La Land movie ; unfortunately the inside is not open for visitors

At Stage 48 they have :

*the set from Central Perk from Friends

*a functioning coffee shop called Central Perk

*a museum with costumes and props from movies like The Hobbit, Gravity, Two and a Half Men, The Big Bang Theory

*a replica of a design studio and one of a casting office

Also here are the green rooms where you can ride a Nimbus or a Bat-mobile look-alike and have a 2 minute video and photos taken of you. The photo and video packages are pricey, one photo is $25; one photo and one video bundle is $50 and it goes up from there. You don’t have to buy anything even if you gave the green room a try ;)

Of course before you exit you go through a gift shop, then a bus will take you back to where you entered the studio.

This is the working coffee shop at Stage 48 and the Friends stage ↓

Harry Potter fans rejoice! There is tons and tons of stuff used in the movie here at Warner Brothers Studios! You can do the ride and get imitation gear at the theme park, but if you want to see the real stuff actually used in the movies, this is the place. 

Hey, my letter must in there somewhere ;) 

These ↓ are real scripts that have been rejected and are now this sad exhibit

There is a really fascinating area showing the making of costumes, a casting office and the process of actors’ selection, building replicas and other cool stuff behind the scenes artists create ↓

This is the space capsule used in Gravity. I have not seen one true astronauts use but this one sure looked convincingly functional 

Every single employee I met at Warner Brothers Studio Tour was remarkably welcoming, friendly and helpful! I had a great time, so much so that I would do this tour again. They also have a VIP tour which runs about 6 hours but as much as I enjoyed myself I think 6 hours all together would be a bit tiring.

Doing a tour like this will give you a better appreciation of how much work, skill, attention to detail and effort go into Hollywood magic. It does not take only actors and directors, who tend to get the spotlight and accolades, to make a great film. It is also the various talents of costume designers, lighting and sound technicians, post production teams, the crews who build and rebuild the sets, who all come together to bring those pictures to life.

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Here’s why Warner Bros. promoting Spider-Man No Way Home Trailer

Warner Bros. Official Instagram handles were seen promoting Spider-Man No Way Home.

It came as shocking for everyone that Warner Bros who is an owner of DC Extended Universe is seen promoting Marvel New Spider-Man No Way Home on their Instagram handles. Why is Warner Bros promoting their biggest Rival Movies? 

Official Warner Bros Italy and Turkey Instagram handles were seen promoting the new Marvel Spider-Man No Way Home trailer. Meanwhile, Fans believe that it’s all possible because of Multiverse, but that isn’t the case. 

Well, the answer to the most complex question is rather a simple one. As per reports , the International Warner Bros. signed a distribution deal with Sony Pictures in Italy in 2011, where Warner Bros. will release all Sony’s movies, and Spider-Man No Way Home is a part of it. 

After the agreement, Sony Pictures has closed its Rome office. The company said The agreement will result in “substantial” cost savings for Sony.

“We believe this decision is the smartest and most efficient way to continue serving theaters and audiences in Italy,” Rory Bruer, president of worldwide distribution for Sony said.

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Here’s the Full Press Release:

WARNER BROS. PICTURES INTERNATIONAL AND SONY PICTURES RELEASING INTERNATIONAL FORM STRATEGIC DISTRIBUTION DEAL IN ITALY

Warner Bros. Pictures International and Sony Pictures Releasing International have entered into a new distribution agreement in Italy, it was announced today by Rory Bruer, President of Worldwide Distribution for Sony Pictures Releasing and Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President, Warner Bros. Pictures International Distribution. Under the terms of the agreement, Warner Bros. Pictures International will release Sony Pictures films in Italy beginning July 1, 2011.

This strategic agreement adds to the strong commercial relationships that Sony and Warner have formed with various companies around the world, including long-standing arrangements between both companies in Portugal and Turkey.

The new distribution structure will result in substantial savings for SPRI, which will close its office in Rome. “We believe this decision is the smartest and most efficient way to continue serving theaters and audiences in Italy,” said Bruer.

“We have a great working relationship with Sony through our existing ventures, and we are very excited to be distributing Sony’s product in Italy,” Kwan-Rubinek said.

Does this Mean Warner Bros. can use Spider-Man in DCEU?

This is the most common question that arises when fans find out the deal between Warner Bros and Sony Picture. The answer is No, Sony can’t sell the movie rights to Warner Brothers. Nor Warner Bros can use Spider-man in their movie because movie right isn’t real property. The contract is limited to the distribution of the movies only. They’re monopolies granted by a mixture of contract law and state legislation. 

The Spider-Man franchise is not transferable to another entity as Marvel still owns the rights of the Spider-Man franchise. Marvel makes more money from Spider-Man merchandise alone than they make from movies. 

However, the Snyder fans are furious that because Warner Bros haven’t promoted their own movie Zack Snyder Justice league as they are promoting Spider-Man No Way Home. 

This is why Warner Bros. promoting Spider-Man on Instagram Handles. Marvel New Spider-Man will hit theaters on December 17 with Massive star-cast . Do tell us in our comment section how excited you are to see SpiderMan on the big screen. 

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‘Invincible’ Creator Robert Kirkman on That Spider-Man Cameo, Recasting Ezra Miller and Splitting Season 2 Complaints: ‘I Understand’ It Was ‘Not the Best’

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SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers for the Season 2 finale of “ Invincible ,” now streaming on Prime Video, plus light spoilers for upcoming storylines in the “Invincible” comic .

Just shy of three years after the Season 1 finale of “Invincible” streamed on Prime Video, the final episode of Season 2 has arrived at long last — and there was just as much bloody, superhero action.

The battle leads to some eye-catching, alternate-universe cameos. In one callback to the original “Invincible” comic, Mark crashes into a web-slinging superhero named Agent Spider who’s fighting a tentacled villain called Omnipotus — a clear parody of Spider-Man and Doctor Octopus. Actor Josh Keaton, who has voiced Spidey in “The Spectacular Spider-Man” and other shows, even cameos as Agent Spider. In two more scenes, Mark talks to a cape-wearing, bat-themed superhero off camera (hello, Batman!) and runs across some talking zombies (an homage to “The Walking Dead,” also from “Invincible” creator Robert Kirkman ). Even a gun from the popular video game “Fortnite” appears, several months after it featured a crossover with several “Invincible” characters.

Before Mark can land a blow on Angstrom, the villain brutally attacks Debbie. This infuriates Mark and he grabs hold of Angstrom, fighting him as they’re launched into various dimensions. The two land in an empty, desert-covered world and Mark seemingly kills Angstrom — but the villain has escaped death before. Stranded with no way back home, Mark is left alone to think about his actions. Before all hope of returning is lost, a future-version of the Guardians of the Globe teleport in and saves him. Just as Mark leaves, this alternate Atom Eve (Gillian Jacobs) confesses that she loves him but had never told him.

With Variety , creator Kirkman explains how those Marvel and DC cameos came to be, recasting Ezra Miller ‘s voice role from Season 1, what to expect in Season 3 and more.

Let’s start with all those multiverse cameos. How did you get Josh Keaton back to voice this alternate Spider-Man?

It was just trying to figure out a way to keep that moment somewhat intact from the comics. It seemed like something that would be a fun and surprising way to do it. Amazon legal, painstakingly, was like, “No, the costume can’t be that color. We gotta get away from this and that.” There were a lot of eyes on that scene. We wanted to find an actor who had done Spider-Man before. [Supervising director] Dan Duncan came in immediately and was like, “Josh Keaton needs to do it. ‘Spectacular Spider Man’ is a great series.” He had worked on it and said Josh was great. He seemed like the best possible choice because it’s animation to animation. It seemed like it would be a fun thing. That said, he’s not playing Spider-Man. That’s Agent Spider. There might be some similarities, but I think Josh’s nuanced performance as Agent Spider is completely different than the way he played Spider-Man in “Spectacular Spider-Man.” But who knows? My opinion may be somewhat biased.

Were you on the phone with Marvel lawyers about what you could and couldn’t do?

No, I mean, I’m pretty sure Marvel found out about it today. So, we didn’t call any Marvel lawyers or anything. No, that was Amazon’s legal department’s job to make sure that Marvel didn’t need to know.

Onto the DC side, did you have to reach out to them about putting Batman in the finale?

Listen, I think that sequence might seem to imply a certain thing that isn’t there. That’s not Gotham City. That’s not Batman. That’s a completely different bat character that Mark is referring to. If the audience is inferring a certain thing from it, I don’t have control over that. The audience gets to take from it what they will, but it was never our intention to imply anything remotely close to the Batman character.

I’ll take your word for it! What about the zombies? Were there any specific walkers from “The Walking Dead” that you wanted to put in?

These zombies that are in the “Invincible” show are talking. They have nothing to do — they’re completely different. No, no references whatsoever. Not the answers you’re looking for!

Ok, last one: How did you get the “Fortnite” sniper rifle into Mark’s hands?

Looking ahead to Season 3, will we see Oliver age up more quickly, due to his Thraxan blood, like he does in the comics?

Yeah, you can definitely expect that character to age rapidly the way he did in the comics. Where we begin Season 3, at what stage he’s at, that can remain a mystery. But we’ll definitely see different versions of him along the way.

There are two major Viltrumite characters in the comics that must be appearing in the show soon: Conquest and Thragg. Do you have actors in mind for those roles yet?

I’ll say, without saying who it is, that one of those two characters has already been cast.

Where will we see Mark and Eve’s relationship grow in Season 3?

What you see at the end of Season 2 is kind of the first beginnings of an evolution of their relationship. That’s the story that is really going to be one of the core aspects of Season 3: what their relationship is, where it goes, how it changes and evolves. Whether they’re together or not, officially, remains to be seen. But there’s definitely a lot going on with Mark and Eve that will continue into Season 3 and hopefully beyond.

What about Nolan and Debbie’s relationship? We see Nolan admit that he misses his wife, but will he ever be truly redeemed after all the death and destruction he’s caused?

Those sequences, when we adapted them from the comics in Season 1, were heightened substantially. So I think the show is going to have a lot harder time doing anything close to a redemption with Nolan than we had with the comics. This moment where he’s realizing that he actually cares for Debbie and is legitimately missing her is kind of the beginnings of seeing who Nolan’s true character is. I don’t think it’s a change in his character. If you go back and you rewatch the first two seasons, knowing that moment, you’ll see things, especially when we first see him in Episode 4 of Season 2 and follow him from Earth to Thrax and we see what he’s going through, you kind of get a hint that there’s a lot more to him. There was a lot more going on with him internally during those moments at the end of Season 1. Exploring his character is something we’re going to be doing for the duration of the show.

With Angstrom seemingly gone for now, who are the primary antagonists going forward?

The Viltrumites as a whole, especially over the course of Season 2 with Kregg’s directive to Mark and Anissa’s interaction with him and the hints at more to come, have pretty much established themselves as the major threat to this show. There will always be other villains, like Angstrom Levy, that pop up and maybe become the main antagonist for a season or two, but the undercurrent in the show is always going to be what’s going on with the Viltrumite threat.

Looking back at the first two seasons, what have you learned going into Season 3?

What has the reaction to splitting Season 2 into two parts been like from fans?

I’ve certainly heard from people who didn’t care for it. I understand that when you’re enjoying a thing and it gets taken away and given back to you at a later date — not the best. But it was a necessity for the production of Season 2. Overall, I think it went well. The response to the last half of Season 2 has very much been, “Wish there hadn’t been a split, love the last half of Season 2.” We’re still hitting number one on the Amazon platform. I don’t think it caused any real, lasting detriment to the show. But, you live and learn so we’ll have to see how things go moving forward.

Are there any characters or storylines you’re most excited for people to see in Season 3?

I don’t want to reveal exactly what we’re doing. There’s a lot of great stuff with Cecil Stedman. We get to see a little bit of his backstory and get to know a little bit more about him as a person. The relationship between Mark and Eve is evolving in some really exciting way. It was very important to us in Season 2 to show that this is the Mark Grayson-Invincible show; it’s not the Omni-Man show. Omni-Man was very present in Season 2 and he’s a really big part of the show, but I worried a little bit coming out of Season 1 that people were like, “Oh, I love that Omni-Man guy. I want to see more Omni-Man.” So we took a little bit of a pause on Omni-Man for Season 2. He’s gonna be in Season 3 a little more.

Speaking of Cecil, his story is intertwined with D.A. Sinclair, who was voiced by Ezra Miller in Season 1 and recast in Season 2. What was the decision behind the recasting?

Like we saw with the Rick Sheridan role that was played by Jonathan Groff in Season 1 and Luke Macfarlane in Season 2 and similar to “Game of Thrones” when you have a cast that’s this large and you’re recording in different times, sometimes availabilities are going to shift and recasting is going to be necessary. I think it’s going to be something that’s going to happen from time to time with this show. I think that Eric Bauza is an immense talent and I am loving working with him, it’s a real opportunity to work with somebody that is so experienced in animation and has the skills and wealth of experience that he has. And I hope that Warner Bros. figures out a way to release the “Coyote vs. Acme” movie.

This interview has been edited and condensed.

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Warner Bros. Pictures at CinemaCon 2024: Everything Announced and Revealed

Joker: folie à deux, furiosa: a mad max saga, beetlejuice beetlejuice, and much more..

CinemaCon 2024 has officially kicked off and many of the big movie studios are in Las Vegas ready to show off what the future holds for each of them. We here at IGN are in attendance and will be breaking down all the big news from the biggest presentations.

We must sadly share, however, that not everything is released to the public right away after a presentation, do we will do our best to describe as much as we can so you can learn more about your favorite upcoming films!

Warner Bros. Pictures' presentation was the first we attended and was highlighted by Joker: Folie à Deux, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. We also got a new look at Kevin Costner's Horizon and M. Night Shyamalan's Trap.

Check out all the big news from Warner Bros. Pictures' CinemaCon panel below and be sure to stay tuned for more coverage as the week continues. And be sure to let us know what your favorite reveal was at CinemaCon!

Joker: Folie à Deux First Trailer Unites Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck With Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn

As we mentioned, not everything shown at CinemaCon is released to the public. Luckily for DC fans, the first trailer for Joker: Folie à Deux was and it is already taking the internet by storm.

In the footage, we see parts of Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck and Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn relationship. What is perhaps most striking is how it appears to switch from what could be described as their romantic delusions to a grimmer reality. It also looks to confirm a big change in Harley Quinn's story in that she will now be a patient at Arkham Asylum rather than a psychiatrist.

Director Todd Phillips took the stage to discuss the film and confirmed that while the sequel is not a full musical, music will be an "essential element." It also apparently won't "veer" too much from the original film and that Arthur Fleck has always had "music in him."

Joker: Folie à Deux will hit theaters on October 4, 2024.

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Footage Shows Anya Taylor-Joy on a Mission

The above trailer is not from CinemaCon.

Those in attendance at Warner Bros. Pictures' CinemaCon panel were treated to an extended sneak peek at Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. The few moments on display showcased the early life story of Anya Taylor-Joy's Furiosa and her arduous journey to avenge her mom and lost childhood. We also saw some of this story in the most recent trailer for Furiosa.

Director George Miller also stopped by CinemaCon and said Furiosa will take place over a span of 16-18 years of backstory and Taylor-Joy shared that this is "the story of one woman's committment to impossible hope."

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga rides into theaters on May 24, 2024.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Is Almost Back After 36 Years of Waiting

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice took center stage at Warner Bros.' presentation and we were shown new footage of the sequel in action alongside previous clips from the trailer. We get good looks at Keaton's Beetlejuice, the Deetzes - Winona Ryder's Lydia, Catherine O'Hara's Delia, and Jenna Ortega's Astrid - and even Willem Dafoe's character. Lydia also seemingly confirms the film will deal with the dead and the living trying to co-exist.

Keaton has seen the film two times now and says it is "really f***** good" and that Ortega is "just perfect" in the movie and got what they were going for right away.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice opens in theaters on September 6, 2024.

Mickey 17 Trailer Shows the Many Lives of Robert Pattinson's Mickey

The first trailer for Mickey 17 was shown at Warner Bros.' panel and showed how Robert Pattinson's Mickey is an "expendable" asset who can be reprinted whenever he dies. The film is based on Edward Ashton's Mickey 7, but director Bong Joon-ho of Parasite fame changed the title to Mickey 17 because he kills Pattinson's character 10 more times than the book did.

The footage featured Pattinson acting against himself multiple times in this futuristic sci-fi world and Bong-ho knew he could play all these different versions of Mickey because he has a "crazy thing in his eyes." We also got to see Mark Ruffalo's dictator character, his wife who is played by Toni Collette, Mickey's girlfriend who is played by Naomi Ackie, and Steven Yeun, who will be playing Mickey's "strange buddy."

Mickey 17, which really is the story of a "simple man who ends up saving the world," will be released in theaters on January 31, 2025.

Horizon: An American Saga Gets a Breathtaking First Look

Footage from Horizon: An American Saga, the two-part Western epic that stars and is directed, produced, and co-written by Kevin Costner, was revealed at CinemaCon and what was shown was a breathtaking sizzle reel of sorts from the films that tell a story set in the Civil War expansion and settlement of the American West.

Costner said to the audience that he first tried to make these films back in 1988 and then in 2012 and he's so happy he now finally gets to get them across the finish line. However, his full plan for Horizon involves four movies that tell more of the story.

He also discussed how this film will explore the "promise" of America that was earned by people who claimed it for their own by being tough and resilient. However, that came at the expense of those already here. He also wants music to be an important focus for this epic and he even went to Scotland to get 92 musicians to work on the score.

Horizon: An American Saga Part 1 is set to arrive in theaters on June 28, 2024, and the second part will be released on August 16, 2024.

M. Night Shyamalan's Trap Looks to Send Audiences to a Concert Gone Wrong

M. Night Shyamalan's next film is called Trap and he told us that his daughter Saleka, who is a musician, helped him form the idea for the project. As for what the movie is about, Trap looks to tell a story of an immersive experience like a concert that turns into a thriller.

When the concert begins and the singer Lady Raven (played by Saleka!) comes on stage, something terrible happens and you come to find out this has all been a trap to capture a wanted serial killer who is played by Josh Hartnett.

Trap will be released in theaters on August 9, 2024.

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20 Beloved Entertainers Who Have Died in 2024

Posted: April 8, 2024 | Last updated: April 8, 2024

2024 has just begun, yet the year has already provided a profound loss in the entertainment world. This year, we are forced to say goodbye to some of the most iconic and influential stars the world has ever known. While we say our goodbyes, it is essential to remember the joy that these entertainers have brought us.

Each of these 20 celebrities brought something unique and memorable to their respective fields that will never be forgotten. Through their art, these performers have made us laugh, cry, dance, and think. They will all be remembered fondly.

1. Toby Keith

Famed country music star Toby Keith died on February 5 from stomach cancer. The iconic singer was 62 years old. Toby is a multi-award-winning singer with hits such as Red Solo Cup , Should Have Been a Cowboy , and How Do You Like Me Now .

Toby rose to fame with his patriotic music following the 9/11 attacks on the Twin Towers. He has since become an iconic musician in the genre, teaming up with mega country stars like Willie Nelson.

2. Eric Carmen

Lead singer of The Raspberries, Eric Carmen, died on March 11, 2024. Eric was loved for his performance of hit songs such as All By Myself and Hungry Eyes . The singer was 74 years old. No cause of death has been listed, but Eric died in his sleep at his home.

His wife, Amy Carmen, announced the news. She posted the following statement for fans: “It is with tremendous sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Eric Carmen. Our sweet, loving, and talented Eric passed away in his sleep over the weekend. It brought him great joy to know that for decades, his music touched so many and will be his lasting legacy.”

3. Steve Lawrence

Famed singer Steve Lawrence passed away on March 7, 2024. Steve was an iconic singer who performed on talk shows, in nightclubs, and even made the Las Vegas Circuit. Steve passed away from complications resulting from Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 88.

Steve would tour the United States with his wife, Eydie Gorme, as the stage duo Steve and Eydie. The couple composed hits such as Go Away Little Girl , Through the Years , and Who Wouldn’t Love You . Eydie passed away in 2013 from an undisclosed illness.

4. Richard Lewis

The immensely talented comedian Richard Lewis passed away on February 28, 2024. Richard died suddenly at home from a heart attack at the age of 76. Those who were close to Richard say that he passed peacefully.

Richard Lewis had a wildly successful career in the entertainment world. He worked alongside greats like Larry David on the hit show Curb Your Enthusiasm . It was recently disclosed that Richard Lewis had Parkinson’s disease.

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5. Carl Weathers

Beloved actor Carl Weathers passed away on February 1 at the age of 76. Carl was loved for his roles in films such as Rocky , Predator , and The Mandalorian . Carl Weathers died peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family.

Those close to Carl stated the following: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carl Weathers. Carl was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life. Through his contributions to film, television, the arts and sports, he has left an indelible mark and is recognized worldwide and across generations. He was a beloved brother, father, grandfather, partner and friend.”

6. Herbert Coward

Forever remembered as the Toothless Man in Deliverance , Herbert Coward died on January 26, 2024. Herbert died in a car wreck that took place in western North Carolina. The actor was 85 years old.

The wreck occurred after Herbert and his 78-year-old girlfriend, Bertha Brooks, left a doctor’s appointment. Coward reportedly pulled out in front of an oncoming truck, which resulted in the accident. Herbert, Bertha, and their pet squirrel died in the accident.

7. Charles Osgood

Charles Osgood, longtime anchor of CBS Sunday Morning , died on January 23, 2024. He passed away following a battle with dementia. Osgood retired from the show in 2016 after 45 years in service and was 91 years old.

Jane Pauley is the current host of CBS Sunday Morning and had the following to say about her colleague: “Watching him at work was a masterclass in communicating. I’ll still think to myself, ‘How would Charlie say it?,’ trying to capture the elusive warmth and intelligence of his voice and delivery.”

8. Gary Graham

Primarily known for his involvement in Star Trek: Enterprise , Gary Graham passed away on January 23, 2024. The actor died due to cardiac arrest in a hospital located in Spokane, Washington. Gary Graham was 73 years old.

Gary had a prominent career in acting. He appeared in iconic shows like The Dukes of Hazzard and Starsky and Hutch . He leaves behind his ex-wife, Susan Lavelle, who had the following to say: “This was sudden, so please pray for our daughter as she navigates through this thing called grief. Fly high into the heavens, Gar!”

9. Chris Gauthier

Beloved Canadian actor Chris Gauthier passed away on February 23, 2024. Fans loved Chris for his work on  Once Upon a Time , My New Best Friend , Eureka and Smallville . The actor died unexpectedly after a short illness. Chris Gauthier was 48 years old.

Chris’s agency confirmed his death with the following statement: “As a beloved Vancouver-based character actor, Chris shared his talents with so many of us both on television and in film. His loss is felt not just by his fans but by those of us who were lucky enough to know him more personally. On behalf of his family, we do ask for privacy during this time so that they are able to grieve properly.”

10. Kenneth Mitchell

Fondly remembered for his work on Star Trek: Discovery , Kenneth Mitchell died on February 24, 2024. Kenneth had been battling ALS for five years before his passing at the age of 49. His family confirmed the news online with the following statement.

“With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend. Ken was widely known as an actor in many films and television shows. He’s portrayed an Olympic hopeful, an apocalypse survivor, an astronaut, a superhero’s dad, and four unique Star Trekkers.”

11. Chita Rivera

Tony Award-winning Broadway performer Chita Rivera died in January 2024. The star had taken a break from performing after experiencing a brief illness before passing at the age of 91. Chita had been on Broadway for over 70 years.

Chita had been a part of such hits as West Side Story , Guys and Dolls , Can-Can , Merlin , and Kiss of the Spider Woman . She received two Tony awards and The Presidential Medal of Freedom from former president Barack Obama.

12. Isabelle Thomas

Isabelle Thomas was the wife of famed producer Bradley Thomas. After the success Bradley experienced following his involvement in Killer of the Flower Moon , the couple was enjoying their life in the limelight.

Tragically, Isabelle Thomas committed suicide in early February of 2024. Isabelle was found in her hotel in Los Angeles. Isabelle was only 39 years old.

13. Dexter Scott King

The youngest child of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Dexter Scott King, passed away on January 22, 2024. According to a statement obtained by People Magazine, Dexter died after a “valiant battle with prostate cancer.”

Dexter Scott King died peacefully in his bed surrounded by family at the age of 62. Dexter lived his life as a civil and animal rights advocate, attorney, and successful author. He will be remembered for his contributions to society.

14. Alec Musser

Fondly remembered for his work on All My Children , Alec Musser passed away this January at the age of 50. It was ruled that Alec died of suicide after the San Diego County Medical Examiners Officer found what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

15. Adan Canto

Best known for his work on The Cleaning Lady and Designated Survivor , Adan Canto tragically passed away at the age of 42. Adan had been fighting a private battle with appendiceal cancer. News of his death shocked the acting world.

Warner Bros. and FOX Entertainment share the loss with Adan’s family, providing the following statement: “A wonderful actor and dear friend, we were honored to have him as part of the Warner Bros. Television and FOX Entertainment families since his U.S. debut in The Following more than a decade ago.”

16. David Soul

Best known for his role as Hutch in Starsky & Hutch , David Soul passed away this January. The actor had a long battle with COPD, resulting in having a lung removed before losing his battle with cancer. David died in a London Hospital, surrounded by family and friends.

The family shared the following statement for his fans: “He shared many extraordinary gifts in the world as an actor, singer, storyteller, creative artist and dear friend. His smile, laughter and passion for life will be remembered by the many whose lives he has touched.”

17. Glynis Johns

Glynis Johns is an Academy Award-nominated actress who is fondly remembered for her work on Mary Poppins . In the film, she starred alongside Julie Andrews as Winifred Banks. Glynis reached 100 years old before passing in an assisted living facility in Los Angeles.

Glynis Johns is reported to have died of natural causes. She continued acting well into her golden years, with her last performances being in Molly Shannon’s Superstar .

18. Angus Mitchell

Angus Mitchell is the only child of celebrity hair stylist Paul Mitchell. Angus was found dead at his home in January of 2024. Angus was 53 and reportedly died by drowning in his pool at his Honolulu home. Angus will be remembered as the co-owner of the John Paul Mitchell Systems.

19. Christian Oliver

Christian Oliver obtained fame for working in films such as The Baby-Sitters Club and Speed Racer . Christian, along with his two daughters, ages 10 and 12, died tragically in a plane crash this January. The pilot, Robert Sachs, also perished in the crash.

According to the official of the incident, the plane began experiencing difficulties directly after takeoff and plummeted into the ocean. After departing from J.F. Mitchell Airport, the plane was headed for St. Lucia before crashing into the ocean.

20. Harry Johnson

Harry Johnson, best known for his work in Battlestar Galactica and Law & Order , passed away at the age of 81. He had worked in the industry for over forty years. Harry appeared in everything from Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Harry & Louise commercials.

Harry later became an author, publishing books such as Fugitive Romance: The Fictional Memoir of a Hollywood Screenwriter and Miracles and Misfits . Harry lost his battle with illness in January of 2024.

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