Stream These Popular Shows & Movies Filmed in Wilmington

Plan the perfect night in with these iconic shows and movies, all filmed in Wilmington!

In Wilmington, we do movie night right! Is there a more perfect wintertime activity? The dark evenings and cold temps just make the occasion that much better. We’ve gathered a list of some popular shows and movies filmed right here in ILM, so you’ll know what to stream next!

The Summer I Turned Pretty filmed in Wilmington NC
Image of The Summer I Turned Pretty courtesy of Oceanic’s Facebook

Coming-Of-Age Shows

From fast fan favorites to nostalgic comfort shows, these coming-of-age stories feature soapy drama and steamy romance. Our gorgeous coastline and little town basically co-star in these fan-favorites. If you missed them the first go-around, now’s an excellent time to catch up (or live it all over again). Besides, all those summer memories will help you think warm thoughts all season long!

The Summer I Turned Pretty

When the latest season dropped, you heard the excitement all through ILM every week. Now, you can stream it all at once with Prime.

One Tree Hill

A throwback show that hits us all in the feels. Watch seasons of One Tree Hill on Hulu or Prime.

Dawson’s Creek

One of the biggest shows for coming-of-age, and it came from our backyard! Re-watch (or if you still haven’t seen it, definitely watch it) for free on Tubi.

Behind-the-scenes of Halloween Kills, filmed in Wilmington, NC
Image of Halloween Kills being filmed, courtesy of Star News

Thrilling Movies

Who doesn’t love a little thrill? There have been so many iconic thrillers and scary movies filmed here, it’d be frightful not to give one or two a try. Besides, it gives you another excuse to pile on the blankets while you watch!

Echoes

While you watch this twisty story unfold, keep your eyes out for several Wilmington small businesses and landmarks! Streaming on Netflix.

Halloween Kills

Michael Meyers returns one. More. Time. It’s classic horror from a fan-favorite franchise. Rent this movie with Prime.

The Black Phone

This surprise hit, based on Joe Hill’s short story, will keep you on your toes until the very end. Watch on Hulu, Peacock, Sling, Prime, YouTube TV, and Apple TV.

Scene from We're the Millers, filmed in Wilmington, NC
Image of We’re the Millers courtesy of Enjoy Travel

Blockbuster Titles

The kind of movies everyone knows something about. Wilmington has more than a little Hollywood status, and if you doubted us this far, you won’t anymore. We’re talking popcorn-ready classics for any night you’re scrolling through streaming services and can’t decide what to put on.

We’re the Millers

One of those comedies you watch and say, “Sure, what could possibly go wrong?” Laugh all night long when you rent We’re the Millers from YouTube TV, Prime, or Apple TV.

Ironman 3

A big Marvel release, and an even bigger fan-favorite. Stream the action on Disney+.

Don’t cook on movie night—bring home a take-and-bake from one of these local Wilmington spots!