Posted in New Jersey Small Towns March 16, 2023 by Raymond Goldfield

Almost Nobody Knows That Parts Of The Iconic Movie Big Were Filmed In This Small New Jersey Town

For those who grew up in the 1980s, there are few movies more iconic than the Tom Hanks comedy “Big”. Who couldn’t relate to just being a little too small to do the cool things? Waking up as an adult seemed like a dream come true – but it certainly came with complications! For those living in the town of Cliffside Park, New Jersey, the movie may have been relatable in a whole other way – large parts of it were filmed on-location in this NJ borough and nearby areas, where the character was supposed to live! While the movie jumped around a lot, with iconic scenes taking place in New York City, many Garden State residents recognized specific streets that they walked down on a day-to-day basis in the film. You can still walk down them today – but they might look very different.

The aged-up comedy "Big" was an instant classic when it released in 1988 - and part of that was its many locations.

Many people probably associate it most with New York, given the key parts that FAO Schwartz and Rye Playland played in the movie.

However, a large part of the movie was actually filmed on-location in the character's fictional hometown - Cliffside Park, New Jersey!

While most of the scenes were in suburbian housing, there were some key streets you can see in the movie.

Particularly, Oakdene and Greenmount Avenue. Those two key streets are now hubs of Turkish cuisine, so you can. pick up some delicious pastries while touring filming locations.

The area where the movie was filmed now also has a popular gastropub named Sedona Taphouse - part of a small high-end chain.

The small plates and American classics here are a great way to finish a day of exploring the path of the movie.

Several scenes were also filmed at the nearby Palisades Interstate Park north of Fort Lee, along the Hudson River.

Have you visited Cliffside Park and walked the streets where “Big” was filmed? Let us know your favorite things to do in the town in the comments section. If you’d like to visit Cliffside Park for yourself, make sure to visit the official town website. You can also check out the Sedona Taphouse website to see what’s on the menu today. If you want a taste of the character’s carnival experience, check out this unique restaurant serving fair foods year-round.

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Address: Cliffside Park, NJ, USA

Address: Sedona Taphouse, One Towne Centre, 679 Anderson Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010, USA

Address: Nizam International Market, 608 Anderson Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010, USA