Edison Among 15 New Jersey Towns Certified to Host Film and TV Productions

New Jersey's Film Ready program has now grown to 58 communities.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 6:35pm

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The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission has added 15 new municipalities, including Edison, to its Film Ready Community roster. The state certification program prepares towns to host film and television productions as part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's efforts to support the state's growing film and TV industry.

Why it matters

The Film Ready program helps local communities standardize permitting, designate trained municipal film liaisons, and market themselves to location scouts and production companies. This supports Governor Sherrill's vision to create jobs, support small businesses, and drive economic growth across New Jersey.

The details

The 15 new Film Ready Communities announced are: Edison, Fanwood, Garwood, Hamilton, Hanover, Highland Park, Hightstown, Lambertville, New Brunswick, Newton, Oceanport, Phillipsburg, Randolph, Robbinsville, and Shrewsbury. The five-step certification program covers topics like economic impact, ordinances, public safety, and small business opportunities to prepare municipalities for the unique needs of the film and TV industry.

  • The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission announced the 15 new Film Ready Communities on March 11, 2026.

The players

Evan Weiss

Chief Executive Officer of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.

Jon Crowley

Executive Director of the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission.

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What they’re saying

“New Jersey's variety of landscapes and locations, from charming main streets and bustling city blocks to rugged mountains and vast farmland, are a major asset for the state's film and television industry.”

— Evan Weiss, Chief Executive Officer, New Jersey Economic Development Authority

“As film and television production continues to break records in New Jersey, local communities need to be prepared to handle the unique needs of the industry.”

— Jon Crowley, Executive Director, New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission

What’s next

The Film Ready program will continue to expand, with the goal of certifying more municipalities across New Jersey to support the state's growing film and television industry.

The takeaway

The expansion of the Film Ready program demonstrates New Jersey's commitment to positioning itself as a premier destination for film and TV productions, creating jobs, supporting small businesses, and driving economic growth in communities across the state.