Blake Lively’s much-anticipated film, It Ends With Us, is all set to be released soon. The romantic drama, based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, is not only drawing attention for its compelling story but also for the stunning backdrops where it was filmed. Hence, fans are excited to learn about the It Ends with Us filming locations and sets.
Let’s dive into the details of where It Ends with Us was shot.
Where was It Ends with Us shot?
The It Ends with Us filming locations showcase the breathtaking beauty of Hoboken, Jersey City, and Boston in the United States.
According to FilmiLoc, the filming for the movie began on May 5, 2023, in Hoboken, New Jersey. The first scene is set in a workspace and art gallery in Field Colony. Meanwhile, the sequences for the lead character’s Lily flower store were filmed at the well-known Bloomfield Street. The mesmerizing location perfectly complements Lily’s charming business and sets the mood for her character.
However, the production was halted halfway through due to the strikes of Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA. Nevertheless, tensions resolved and the filming resumed in Jersey City’s Newport neighborhood. In Jersey City, the cast and crew also recorded important scenes at the South House bar on Newark Avenue and the Van Vorst Farmer’s Market on York Street.
Additionally, parts of the movie were filmed across New Jersey in Chatham, Weehawken, Harding, Plainfield, Newark, and Parsippany-Troy Hills. (via NJ.com) Locations in Boston, Massachusetts like Longfellow Bridge and the Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge further contributed to the film’s visual spectacle. Consequently, It Ends with Us gets brownie points for being a visual treat to the audience.
Where is It Ends with Us set?
It Ends with Us is set in Boston.
Similar to the novel, the film begins in Boston. It follows the life of Lily Bloom, who moves to Boston hoping to set up her floral shop. She wishes to move on, hoping to leave her troubled past behind, but destiny has different plans. Lily meets a charming neurosurgeon, Ryle Kincaid, sparking an intense romance. However, his real side ends up salting her wounds of the past.
The film features Blake Lively in the lead role of Lily Bloom. Joining the cast is Justin Baldoni, who stars as Ryle Kincaid and also masterfully directs the film. Apart from them, the movie features Brandon Sklenar, Hasan Minhaj, Jenny Slate, Amy Morton, and Kevin McKidd in pivotal roles.
It Ends with Us is all set to premiere on August 9, 2024, in theaters.