- “Clerks” (1994) – Directed by Kevin Smith, this indie comedy takes place in a convenience store in Leonardo, New Jersey.
- “Garden State” (2004) – Directed by Zach Braff, the film tells the story of a young man who returns to his hometown of South Orange, New Jersey.
- “Dogma” (1999) – Another film by Kevin Smith, “Dogma” is a comedic fantasy set in and around various locations in New Jersey.
- “American Hustle” (2013) – Directed by David O. Russell, this crime film features numerous New Jersey locations, including Atlantic City.
- “Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle” (2004) – This comedy follows two friends on a quest to satisfy their craving for White Castle burgers, with much of their adventure taking place in northern New Jersey.
- “The Wrestler” (2008) – Set in and around northern New Jersey, this sports drama showcases the life of a professional wrestler in decline.
- “Annie” (1982) – Though primarily set in New York City, a significant portion of this musical takes place at the fictional “Hudson Street Home for Girls” in Jersey City, New Jersey.
- “Cop Land” (1997) – Directed by James Mangold, this crime drama is set in the fictional New Jersey town of Garrison, heavily influenced by the real-life town of Garrison, New York.
- “Adventures in Babysitting” (1987) – While the majority of the film occurs in Chicago, Illinois, the opening scenes are set in a suburb of New Jersey.
- “Jersey Girl” (2004) – Directed by Kevin Smith, this romantic comedy-drama is centred around a father-daughter relationship in New Jersey.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in New Jersey
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