Swiped (2025) is an upcoming biographical drama about Whitney Wolfe Herd, the tech entrepreneur behind Tinder and the founder of Bumble. The film stars Lily James and is directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg. It is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025 and will stream in the U.S. on Hulu starting September 19, 2025. Fans of tech stories and biographical dramas are already excited to see how Wolfe Herd’s journey is portrayed on screen.
In this article, NetFilming takes a closer look at the confirmed filming locations for Swiped, along with details about production and some interesting trivia about the sites.
Where Was Swiped Filmed?
The majority of the movie was filmed in California with important locations in Claremont and Los Angeles. On May 15, 2024, principal photography got underway and it ended on July 9, 2024.
Los Angeles, California
The primary location for filming was Los Angeles. Being the centre of the American film industry, Los Angeles is ideal for a story that combines business with personal life because it has a variety of streets, offices and residences that can represent different regions of the nation.
Verification on the ground: Production occurred throughout the city in the spring and summer of 2024, according to set reports and listings.
Fact Fact: One of the most filmed cities in the world, Los Angeles has played host to numerous classic productions, such as Transformers, La La Land, and Clueless. Its variety of locations and professional crews make it a top choice for biographical and commercial films alike.
Pomona College — Alumni House, Claremont, California
Some campus scenes in Swiped were filmed at Pomona College, particularly at the Alumni House, known as Seaver House. Early June 2024 on-set posts confirmed filming here, and the official trailer also highlights this location.
Background: Seaver House is a Classical Revival building constructed in 1900 and moved to the Pomona College campus in 1979. It is used primarily for alumni functions and administrative offices. The oldest of the Claremont Colleges is Pomona College, which opened in 1887 and has been a popular place for films and TV shows to film.
Trivia: Claremont and Pomona College have been in several films and TV shows, such as Legally Blonde 2, A Cinderella Story, and Glee. The campuses are beautiful and have many historic buildings that are great for filming.
Swiped Behind The Scenes
The making of Swiped (2025) was a group effort that brought together a talented cast and crew to tell the story of Whitney Wolfe Herd, the founder of Bumble. Rachel Lee Goldenberg directed the movie, which stars Lily James as Wolfe Herd. Dan Stevens, Myha’la, Jackson White and Ben Schnetzer are also involved. Jennifer Gibgot Andrew Panay and Lily James herself are the producers of the movie.
Rachel Lee Goldenberg, the director, said in an interview that she was excited to bring this story to life on screen. She said, “Telling Whitney’s story was both a privilege and a challenge.” I wanted to show that energy on screen because her journey shows how strong and creative she is.
Lily James, who also worked as a producer on the movie, said she admired Wolfe Herd, saying, “Whitney is a trailblazer.” Not only did I get to show off her accomplishments, but I also got to show how she changed the dating industry by making personal sacrifices.
The production team wanted to make an accurate picture of Wolfe Herd’s journey, focusing on the problems she had in the tech industry and her drive to succeed. Doug Emmett’s cinematography captures the fast-paced energy of the tech world and Julia Wong’s editing keeps the story moving in a way that keeps the audience interested.
Hulu’s Swiped Official Trailer
Keep an eye out for Swiped on Hulu and let us know if you want more behind-the-scenes details!
FAQs
1. Who stars in Swiped?
The film stars Lily James as Whitney Wolfe Herd, alongside Dan Stevens, Myha’la, Jackson White and Ben Schnetzer.
2. Where was Swiped filmed?
The majority of the filming for Swiped took place in Los Angeles and at Pomona College’s Alumni House in Claremont, California.
3. When did filming for Swiped take place?
Filming started on May 15, 2024, and wrapped on July 9, 2024.
4. Who directed and produced Swiped?
Rachel Lee Goldenberg was in charge of the movie and Jennifer Gibgot, Andrew Panay and Lily James were the producers.
5. When will Swiped be released?
The movie comes out in theatres on September 9, 2025, at the Toronto International Film Festival. In the U.S., it will be available to stream on Hulu starting September 19, 2025.
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