The Netflix series Boots was filmed primarily in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Production took place across various locations in and around the city, including a defunct naval base that was transformed into a Marine Corps training facility resembling Parris Island, South Carolina. Filming occurred from May to August 2024, after an initial delay due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike. The hot and humid climate of Louisiana added realism to the boot camp scenes, while also presenting challenges for the cast and crew during outdoor shoots [web: