Filming of Kelly Green Men Documentary to Begin in Hopkinsville

Small Town Monsters production team to explore 1955 'Kelly-Hopkinsville' encounter

Mar. 19, 2026 at 1:40am

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A documentary film crew from Small Town Monsters will be in Hopkinsville, Kentucky this week to begin filming a new project focused on the 1955 'Kelly-Hopkinsville' encounter, a widely recognized piece of local folklore involving unexplained phenomena. The production team plans to take a storytelling and historical approach rather than sensationalism.

Why it matters

The 'Kelly-Hopkinsville' incident remains a draw for visitors interested in unexplained events, and this documentary provides an opportunity to highlight Hopkinsville's unique history and folklore on a national platform.

The details

Small Town Monsters, an independent film series dedicated to exploring lesser-known and unusual stories from across the U.S., will begin filming the documentary on Thursday. The production team has previously worked in the region, producing documentaries on topics like werewolves and the Bell Witch legend.

  • The documentary film crew will begin filming on Thursday, March 20, 2026.
  • The 'Kelly-Hopkinsville' encounter occurred in 1955.

The players

Amy Rogers

Executive director of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Small Town Monsters

An independent film series dedicated to exploring lesser-known and unusual stories from across the United States.

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What they’re saying

“The visit provides an opportunity to highlight Hopkinsville's unique history.”

— Amy Rogers, Executive director of the Hopkinsville-Christian County Convention and Visitors Bureau

What’s next

The completed documentary will become part of Small Town Monsters' growing catalog of films centered on unexplained events and regional legends.

The takeaway

This documentary project shines a spotlight on Hopkinsville's enduring folklore and the continued public fascination with unexplained phenomena, underscoring the value of preserving and sharing local history through creative storytelling.