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Hollywood in the Golden Isles: Iconic Movies and TV Shows Filmed Here

The Golden Isles of Georgia have enchanted families, friends, and visitors for decades with spectacular sunrises, endless beaches, and majestic live oak trees—making it the ultimate backdrop for vacations and getaways.

Our coastal communities are now drawing Hollywood's elite: set designers, screenwriters, producers, directors, and stars. Georgia's generous tax credits for film productions make the Golden Isles an irresistible filming destination.

Hollywood in the Golden Isles: Iconic Movies and TV Shows Filmed HereThis fall, Historic Downtown Brunswick underwent a stunning transformation into Ybor City, a historic Tampa neighborhood, for the Prohibition-era blockbuster Live By Night (2017), based on Dennis Lehane's novel.

Other standout films shot in the Golden Isles include:

  • Live By Night (2017)
  • Magic Mike XXL (2015)
  • Beachfront Bargains (HGTV, 2014)
  • Coming from All Sides (2014)
  • Island Dream Home (HGTV, 2014)
  • Sweet Retreats (Lifetime, 2014)
  • Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013)
  • Scaly Adventures (2013)
  • The Book of Life (2013)
  • Royal Pains (2012)
  • Extreme Christmas Trees (TLC, 2011)
  • Miss Hallee and Mr. Milliken (2011)
  • Whistleblowers: The Untold Stories (2011)
  • X-Men: First Class (2011)
  • Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (2010 & 2006)
  • Criminalizing Dissent (2006)
  • Baby of the Family (2002)
  • The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000)
  • A Season in Purgatory (1996)
  • Camilla (1994)
  • Glory (1989)
  • Roots (1977)
  • Conrack (1974)
  • The Longest Yard (1974)
  • The View from Pompey’s Head (1955)

The Golden Isles also stars in popular TV shows. Catch clips from HGTV’s Island Life, Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and Cooking Channel’s Junk Food Flip, plus many more filmed here.

Visiting a set? Please respect the working production—avoid interfering with crew, actors, or equipment. We're proud to host Hollywood and hope more projects choose the Golden Isles for years to come!

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