Playing God was filmed in Houston, Texas in the United States.
Locations
St. Martin's Episcopal Church
Scene where Ben wants to talk to God.
Scene was shot St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston, Texas was founded in 1952 by J. Thomas Bagby as the largest parish of the Episcopal Church in North America with nearly 9,000 members. The campus is seven acres in area and the church spires are 188 feet high. The church was completed on 11 April 2004. The funerals for former president George H. W. Bush and his wife Barbara Bush were both held at the church.
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Hotel Alessandra
Scene where Ben arrives at the hotel for his first meeting with 'God' and is welcomed by Rachel and Micah.
Scene was shot Located in Downtown Houston, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Houston College of Law, Toyota Center, and House of Blues Houston.
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Courtyard by Marriott Houston Downtown - rooftop
Scene where Ben has a meeting with 'God'.
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Preston Street - Majestic Metro
Scene where Rachel performs as a street performer and robs a man of his watch.
Scene was shot The Majestic Metro is a former theater that re-openend in 1990 as one of Houston's most unique gathering site for hosting wonderful wedding receptions, parties, and galas. Located in the heart of the downtown historic district, this historic facility features a large dance floor, banquet style seating, and a state-of-the -art sound and light system.
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