Reported by the CT Video Services Film & TV Desk. Published July 28, 2025.
Connecticut news microphones, license plates, and a Waterbury Police reference placed the Netflix sequel in a Connecticut-coded world, even though filming occurred in New Jersey.
Happy Gilmore 2 used Connecticut television microphones, a WFSB news truck, Connecticut plates, and a Waterbury Police Department reference to suggest a Nutmeg State setting. The Netflix sequel was released July 25, 2025.
The film was shot in New Jersey, according to the source reporting. That makes it another useful distinction between a story that borrows Connecticut identity and a production that actually hires, spends, permits, and films in Connecticut.
For cities and brands, recognizable visual identity has value. Accurate location libraries, municipal media, business profiles, and film-friendly information make it easier for future productions to choose the real place.
What this means for the people making media
News becomes useful when it connects back to action. A new production creates opportunities for local crews and vendors. A venue story can become a location or broadcast lead. A policy change can change a budget. A community story can become the next documentary, campaign, interview, or music video.