This is the biggest musical title of the year playing for free on a Brooklyn waterfront lawn with the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in the sightline, which is a much better setting than any multiplex could offer. Movies Under the Stars screenings draw genuine neighborhood crowds, so expect families spread across the grass and a fair amount of singing along. Bring a blanket and get there before the light goes.
What to expect
An inflatable screen goes up on the lawn and people claim grass with blankets and folding chairs an hour or so ahead. The film starts around dusk, so the first stretch plays against a fading sky and the harbor behind you. It is free and unticketed, so the front of the lawn goes to whoever arrives first.
Good to know
- The lawn is near the 79th Street entrance to Shore Park and Parkway along the Belt Parkway waterfront
- The R train to Bay Ridge Avenue leaves a walk west toward the water
- Bring a blanket or low chair — there is no seating provided
- It is right on the water, so the breeze picks up sharply after sundown
- No ticket is needed; arrive early for a spot near the front
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Common questions
Do I need a ticket?
No. Movies Under the Stars screenings are free and open to anyone who shows up, with no registration required.
What time does the film actually start?
The program is scheduled for the evening block, and the film itself begins once it is properly dark.
Is it good for kids?
Yes — NYC Parks flags this one as a family pick, and the lawn setting makes it easy to bring small children.
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