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Knocked Up
Written and directed by Judd Apatow, Knocked Up (2007) is a quintessential R-rated "slacker" comedy that redefined the romantic comedy genre for the 21st century. Seth Rogen stars as Ben Stone, an aimless stoner who has a one-night stand with rising E! News personality Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl). When the encounter results in an unexpected pregnancy, the two polar opposites decide to try and stay together for the sake of the baby, navigating the hilarious and often painful realities of impending parenthood.
The film is lauded for its improvisational humor, the chemistry of its ensemble cast—including Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann—and its surprisingly heartfelt exploration of maturity and responsibility.
Locations
The production was filmed almost entirely in and around Los Angeles, California, utilizing recognizable landmarks of the entertainment industry and the residential neighborhoods of the San Fernando Valley.
E! Entertainment Television, Wilshire Blvd
The scenes where Alison works as an entertainment reporter were filmed at the actual E! Entertainment Television offices located at 5750 Wilshire Boulevard. The production utilized the real studio sets and hallways to ground Alison's professional life in reality. Map Location
Les Deux, Hollywood
The nightclub where Ben and Alison first meet and share their fateful evening was the famous (and now closed) Les Deux on Las Palmas Avenue. In the mid-2000s, this was a hotspot for Hollywood nightlife, making it the perfect setting for the film's inciting incident. Map Location
The "Stoner" House, Northridge
The cluttered, messy house where Ben lives with his four equally unmotivated roommates is located in Northridge in the San Fernando Valley. This location served as the base for many of the film’s funniest dialogue-driven sequences regarding their fictional website, "Mr. Skin." Map Location
Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park
The scene where Ben and Pete (Paul Rudd) take mushrooms and wander through an amusement park while dealing with the anxieties of family life was filmed at Knott's Berry Farm. The production utilized the park's surreal atmosphere at night to highlight the characters' "trip." Map Location
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles
The pivotal birth sequence and many of the prenatal check-ups were filmed at or around the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center area. The hospital is a staple of West Hollywood and served as the high-stress backdrop for the film's climax. Map Location
Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas
During Ben and Pete's getaway to Las Vegas to "clear their heads," they are seen staying and gambling at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino (formerly the Aladdin). The flashy, neon-soaked environment underscored their temporary attempt to escape adult responsibilities. Map Location
Director
Judd Apatow
Cast
Seth Rogen
Katherine Heigl
Paul Rudd
Leslie Mann
Jason Segel
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