Discover Where Movies and Shows Were Filmed on Cape Cod & The Islands

Cape Cod’s natural beauty and charming towns haven’t only attracted vacationers looking to enjoy the slower pace of life. It’s also gained the attention of Hollywood. This popular New England vacation destination happens to be a popular filming spot, too. During your next stay at Lighthouse Inn, spend some time exploring where movies and shows were filmed on Cape Cod as well as the Islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, easily accessible by ferry and flights. You might spot scenes from some of your favorite flicks.

A Guide to Cape Cod Filming Locations

You may not know it, but some of your favorite films and shows might have a Cape Cod connection. See how many of these spots you can find during your next stay at our oceanfront resort.

Lighthouse Inn’s, Bruce the Shark, was carved from a tree stump by local South Dennis, MA artist, Bill Lutz

A large portion of the blockbuster Jaws, celebrating its 50th anniversary of release this year, was filmed on nearby Martha’s Vineyard. Plan a day trip to go on a guided tour of locations like the iconic bridge. Some scenes of the movie were also filmed in Falmouth on Cape Cod.
Year By the Sea, starring Karen Allen, was filmed in several places throughout Cape Cod, including Wellfleet and Orleans. It also included the beautiful Cape Cod National Seashore in its filming locations.
While much of The Finest Hours was filmed on sound stages, some of the exterior shots were filmed on Cape Cod, specifically Chatham.
Many of the businesses in The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry were real businesses, like Cape Cod Jewelers and spots on Main Street in Hyannis. In fact, Parnassus Books in Yarmouth was used for the exterior of A.J.’s bookstore.
Hightown, a crime drama series on Starz, is set in Provincetown. The opening sequence includes Provincetown landmarks like the Sagamore Bridge. Other Cape Cod towns like Hyannis are name-dropped throughout the series.

Other popular movies and shows with a connection to Cape Cod include Summer Catch, American Horror Story: Double Feature, and Mermaids.

See the Sights on a Cape Cod Escape with Lighthouse Inn

The living area of a Cape Cod vacation rental close to where movies were filmed. Whether discovering where movies were filmed on Cape Cod or checking out popular activities, there’s no shortage of things to do or see when staying at Lighthouse Inn. Our Cape Cod resort is close to some of the best activities and attractions around. However, it also provides guests with a peaceful place to call home, thanks to being situated on nine oceanfront acres.

One of the best things about making Lighthouse Inn your preferred Cape Cod home base is the variety of accommodations. From hotel-style rooms to vacation rental cottages, our Cape Cod resort in West Dennis has it all. Our team is here to help you choose the perfect fit for your next vacation. Email inquire@lighthouseinn.com or call 508-398-2244 to get a start on planning your next unforgettable escape.