The gripping new Netflix thriller, The Beast in Me, has captivated audiences with its haunting story and equally compelling visuals. For those wondering where the series was brought to life, the production spanned several picturesque locations in the United States.
Primary Filming Locations: A Tale of Two States
The principal filming for The Beast in Me took place in Red Bank, a borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Known for its scenic position along the Navesink River, this area has served as a backdrop for numerous other film and television projects.
Additional filming was conducted in Raleigh, North Carolina, according to reports from the Manchester Evening News. This multi-state approach gave the series its distinct visual texture.
A Deep Dive into the New Jersey Backdrop
Within New Jersey, the production made extensive use of specific spots that fans can potentially visit. Key locations included Tamaques Park and Branch Brook Park.
The production also utilised urban settings such as 33 Washington Street, 98 Frelinghuysen Avenue, and a warehouse on Mulberry Street. Other notable addresses featured were Poinier Street, Independence Park, Halsey Street, the National Newark Building on Broad Street, Unique Design Menswear in Branford Place, and 289 Washington Street.
An entire block on East and West Front Street was transformed for the series. A local restaurant, JR's at 17 West Front Street, was redressed to become Roberto's Pizzeria for the show. The 26 West On The Navesink at 26 West Front Street and the Molly Pitcher Inn at 88 Riverside Avenue also feature prominently.
Additional Production Details and Timeline
Filming extended beyond Red Bank to the township of Belleville, where the Carewell Health Medical Center and the Essex County Airport were used as locations.
The entire production was shot over a period of several months, commencing in September 2024 and wrapping up in late January 2025.
The series stars Claire Danes as Aggie Wiggs, a grieving author coping with the tragic loss of her young son, and Matthew Rhys as her new neighbour, Nile Jarvis. The Beast in Me is available to stream now on Netflix.
