Some 4,500 people flocked to the Meadowlands Arena yesterday to be part of New Jersey’s vision of turning the Garden State into Hollywood East. The second annual NJ Film Expo, sponsored by the Screen Alliance of New Jersey (SANJ), which entailed some 90 exhibitors, various panel discussions, and a keynote speech by Gov. Mikie Sherrill,…
The New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers) hosted its 15th Annual Economic Leadership Forum yesterday, which featured a panel of industry experts exploring the future of film in New Jersey and what it means for the local economy. “From beaches and farms to busy city centers and quiet suburban streets, New Jersey offers the perfect location…
1888 Studios today marked a milestone moment with the groundbreaking of its transformative film and television production campus, set to become the largest purpose-built facility of its kind in New Jersey – and one of the largest in the nation. The development is designed to meet the evolving needs of world-class filmmakers and storytellers, positioning…
Following the announcement earlier this week that Paramount will lease space at 1888 Studios in Bayonne, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board has designated the global media company as a Studio Partner under the state’s Film and Digital Media Tax Credit program. As a Studio Partner, Paramount would be eligible for a 40% base tax credit for qualified production expenses on…
Filming took place in 20 towns in North Jersey for the hit summer comedy “Happy Gilmore 2,” which generated a record-breaking 46.7 million views on Netflix during its premiere weekend. Paterson and Cape May both featured prominently in the recent Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown,” and the second season of the popular “Severance” series…
The film follows the true story of Lightning and Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute act featuring a couple from Milwaukee MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Whether you’re a fan of Neil Diamond, Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, or all three, this upcoming movie that was filmed in Morris County might be for you. “Song Sung Blue” is…
Adam Sandler sequel filmed in 31 NJ municipalities TRENTON, N.J. (August 19, 2025) – The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC), which is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), announced today that sports comedy film ‘Happy Gilmore 2’, had a total qualified spend of $152.5 million during its total of 64 days of filming…
The new Netflix comedy adds to the list of several big movies filmed in the North Jersey area recently. MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Yet another movie is being filmed in New Jersey, this one starring WWE superstar John Cena and comedian Eric Andre. “Little Brother” is an upcoming Netflix film that was shot in Morris…
Film Ready New Jersey Program prepares municipalities and counties across the state for film and television production NEWARK, N.J. (August 1, 2025) – Today, the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC), part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), announced that 19 municipalities and two counties have been designated as Film Ready…
