Brooklyn Bridge Park’s ‘Movies With A View’ returns for blockbuster summer

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Brooklyn Bridge Park’s beloved outdoor film series ‘Movies With A View’ returns Thursday, July 11, with showings every week through the end of August.
Photo by Julienne Schaer

Grab your popcorn and picnic blankets!

Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy’s beloved outdoor film series, “Movies With A View,” returns this Thursday, bringing back an almost 25-year-old summer tradition that has entertained more than half-a-million movie-goers since its inception in 2000.

For eight straight Thursday nights through Aug. 29, Pier 1 Harbor View Lawn will open to the public, with flicks beginning at sunset.

The summer film series has entertained more than half-a-million movie-goers since its inception in 2000.Photo by Etienne Frossard

Plan accordingly, as seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This year’s sponsor, free streaming service Pluto TV, will also be giving away some goodies before the start of each movie.

This year’s lineup includes:

And for the grand finale on Aug. 29, the public is invited to vote for their favorite movie from three titles: “Spy Kids” (PG, 2001, 88 minutes), “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” (PG, 2023, 99 minutes), or “School of Rock” (PG-13, 2003, 108 minutes). Voting will open in early August online at brooklynbridgepark.org, and the winning title announced at the Aug. 22 showing.

The summer film series hosts an array of showings, many kid-friendly.Photo by Hakan Uzumcu

But that’s not all! Entertainment aside, rotating concessions curated from a variety of independent food trucks and vendors will be available on-site for those in attendance to enjoy. While outside alcohol is not allowed at the park, adult beverages will be available for sale at Bar by Fornino.