Take 01
2013
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Greenpoint exteriors, Brooklyn streetscapes, Williamsburg
40.6782°N, 73.9442°W
Brooklyn
From brownstone-lined streets to waterfront studios, Brooklyn offers authentic neighborhood character and world-class production infrastructure.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Brooklyn
Take 02
1989
Do the Right Thing
Stuyvesant Avenue Bed-Stuy, Bedford-Stuyvesant block
Take 03
1979
The Warriors
Coney Island boardwalk, Brooklyn subway lines, Stillwell Avenue
Take 04
2017
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Steiner Studios stages, Brooklyn Heights brownstones
Take 05
1977
Saturday Night Fever
Bay Ridge streets, 86th Street, Verrazzano Bridge
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Brooklyn
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
neighborhood
DUMBO
Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass - cobblestone streets, Manhattan Bridge framing Empire State Building, converted warehouses, and Jane's Carousel on the waterfront.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
85-acre waterfront park from Atlantic Avenue to DUMBO. Piers, playgrounds, sports facilities, and unobstructed Manhattan skyline views.
Moderate
Steiner Studios
East Coast's premier production facility on the Brooklyn Navy Yard. 30 soundstages, backlot streets, and full production services.
Easy
Williamsburg Waterfront
East River State Park (now Marsha P. Johnson State Park), Domino Park, and former industrial waterfront with Manhattan views.
Easy
Prospect Park
585-acre Olmsted & Vaux masterpiece. Long Meadow, Boathouse, Lullwater, and wooded trails offer Central Park alternative with fewer crowds.
Moderate
Coney Island Boardwalk
Historic oceanfront boardwalk with Luna Park, Wonder Wheel, Nathan's Famous, and classic beach scenes. Nostalgic Americana.
Moderate
Green-Wood Cemetery
478-acre National Historic Landmark with rolling hills, Gothic architecture, and notable graves. Period pieces and contemplative scenes.
Moderate
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Former naval shipyard now innovation hub. Industrial architecture, Steiner Studios, and Building 77 food hall.
Easy
Williamsburg & Greenpoint
Trendy creative hub with industrial conversions, street art, rooftop bars, and diverse cultural communities.
Park Slope & Prospect Heights
Victorian brownstones, Prospect Park, Brooklyn Museum, and upscale family neighborhood character.
Brooklyn Heights & Downtown Brooklyn
Historic promenade with harbor views, classic pre-war architecture, and growing urban core.
Red Hook & Gowanus
Industrial waterfront, artist studios, IKEA backdrop, and gritty authentic Brooklyn atmosphere.
Coney Island & Brighton Beach
Historic boardwalk, amusement parks, beach scenes, and Russian immigrant community character.
Scene 03 — The Case for Brooklyn
Why Film in Brooklyn
- ✓ Steiner Studios operates largest soundstage complex outside Hollywood on the Brooklyn Navy Yard
- ✓ Authentic neighborhood character impossible to replicate on backlots
- ✓ Lower location fees and easier permits than Manhattan for many locations
- ✓ Growing post-production and VFX infrastructure
- ✓ Diverse communities provide authentic casting and cultural consultation
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports JFK (20km / 40-75 min to Downtown Brooklyn) · LGA (16km / 35-60 min) ▼
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — 20km / 40-75 min to Downtown Brooklyn
AirTrain + LIRR to Atlantic TerminalTaxi (~$45-60)Private transfer
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) — 16km / 35-60 min
Q70 + subwayTaxi (~$40-55)Private transfer
Local Transit metro · bus · taxi · rideshare · ferry ▼
metro
Multiple subway lines serve Brooklyn 24/7. Atlantic Terminal is major hub. L train serves Williamsburg; A/C serves Downtown; F/G serve Park Slope.
Crew tip: Brooklyn subway stations often less crowded than Manhattan. MTA Film Unit handles all underground permits.
bus
Extensive bus network connects neighborhoods not served by subway. B61 connects Red Hook to Downtown.
Crew tip: Essential for areas like Red Hook with limited subway access.
taxi
Boro Taxis (green) serve Brooklyn exclusively. Yellow cabs available but less common outside transit hubs.
Crew tip: Green cabs can't pick up in Manhattan but can drop off there.
rideshare
Uber, Lyft fully operational. Often faster than hailing taxis in residential neighborhoods.
ferry
NYC Ferry serves DUMBO, Williamsburg, Red Hook, and South Brooklyn with Manhattan connections.
Crew tip: Great for avoiding bridge/tunnel traffic. Filming permits available through NYC Ferry.
Production Parking moderate · Permits required
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Street parking easier than Manhattan but still challenging in popular neighborhoods. Industrial areas (Red Hook, Navy Yard) have more options.
More staging space available than Manhattan. Brooklyn Navy Yard and industrial waterfront areas commonly used for base camps.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Brooklyn spans 70 square miles - travel times vary significantly. DUMBO to Coney Island: 45+ min by subway. Plan neighborhoods geographically. Williamsburg to Downtown Brooklyn: 15 min. Consider production vehicles for multi-location days.
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