The largest studio in the Northeast, 1888 Studios in Bayonne, is set to open in 2026, featuring extensive production facilities and office spaces.

Other notable projects include the opening of ACX1 Studios in Atlantic City and a new studio in West Orange, both aimed at boosting local economies.

Local economies benefit from film productions, with visiting crews spending considerable amounts on lodging and services, as evidenced by the impact of Steven Spielberg's film shoot in Cape May.

New Jersey is experiencing a resurgence as a film production hub, attracting major studios like Lionsgate and Netflix due to recent policy changes that incentivize filming in the state.

Historically, New Jersey is significant to cinema, being the birthplace of motion picture technology developed by Thomas Edison, including the first movie studio, Black Maria, in 1893.

Governor Phil Murphy's administration has introduced the Film + Digital Media Tax Credit, offering up to 35% in tax credits for production expenses, significantly enhancing the state's appeal for film studios.

New studios are being developed across New Jersey, including a Lionsgate studio in Newark expected to create 600 jobs, a Netflix production complex in Fort Monmouth anticipated to provide 1,400 jobs, and a new studio in West Orange that could generate 600 jobs.

The NJ Motion Picture and Television Commission highlights New Jersey's geographical diversity as a significant advantage for filmmakers, offering a range of locations from beaches to mountains within a short distance.

The state has hosted numerous notable productions, including Goodfellas and The Karate Kid, and is becoming a key destination for filming due to enhanced financial incentives.

Recent films shot in New Jersey include 'Happy Gilmore 2' and 'The Home,' showcasing the state's versatility as a filming location.

Qualified spending by studios in New Jersey rose by 37 percent in the previous year, indicating a significant economic boost, and new studios are expected to create construction and creative job opportunities.

Upcoming films also include a Bruce Springsteen biopic titled 'Deliver Me from Nowhere,' set to release in October 2025, further cementing New Jersey's place in the film industry.