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NJ film industry growth draws banks, businesses to the set
New Jersey's film industry is creating opportunities for businesses, municipalities and service providers as production grows statewide.
Bell Works hosts Monmouth Film Festival May 29–31 (updated)
The May 29–31 event will kick off with an exclusive screening of "Power Ballad," starring N.J. natives Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, as MFF shines a spotlight on the emergent local industry and Inspired by Somerset Development's unique metroburb concept.
Crowley: NJ film boom fuels jobs, local spend, pride
NJBIZ caught up with Jon Crowley, who leads the state Motion Picture and Television Commission, at the recent New Jersey Film Expo to discuss the industry's role in driving jobs, local spending and studio growth, as production and investment surge across the Garde State.
‘Big Mistakes’ series highlights Netflix’s growing NJ presence (photos)
Netflix films "Big Mistakes" – co-created by and starring Dan Levy – across New Jersey, boosting jobs and local economy as its Fort Monmouth studio campus advances.
DraftKings sees rising betting interest ahead of Oscars
DraftKings says betting interest is on the rise ahead of the Academy Awards – with best picture and best actor races drawing the most wagers and boasting Jersey ties.
Choose New Jersey drives $1B economic impact in 2025
Choose New Jersey generated $1B in economic impact in 2025, supporting 60 business relocations or expansions and helping create or retain 2,500 jobs.
Netflix Fort Monmouth posts first jobs at $1B studio
Netflix begins hiring for its $1 billion Fort Monmouth studio in New Jersey, marking progress in developing a major East Coast production hub.
$125M Lionsgate Newark film studio breaks ground in South Ward (photos)
Expected to bring jobs, training programs and major economic impact to the South Ward, and the city overall, the Dec. 11 celebration for the purpose-built film and TV facility took place at the Temple of Hip Hop in Newark.
NRBP: Arts, culture & collaboration drive Newark into 2026
The Newark Regional Economic Outlook highlights local business growth in the Greater Newark region driven by tourism, entertainment, film & TV production and more.
Paramount gains NJ Studio Partner status at 1888 Studios
Having just signed on for at least 10 years at the Bayonne studio, the incentive program offers 40% tax credits on qualifying production expenses.
More NJ towns certified to attract film and TV production
The stated added 21 additional municipalities and two counties as Film Ready communities, expanding efforts to attract film and TV productions statewide.
On the scene: First NJ Film Expo draws industry to Meadowlands Arena
Take a look at some of the action from the inaugural event, hosted by the Screen Alliance of New Jersey and featuring top names and companies, vendor booths, speaker panels and more.
