Eleanor the Great is a 2025 American drama film directed by Scarlett Johansson and written by Tory Kamen. Starring June Squibb, Erin Kellyman, Jessica Hecht, and Chiwetel Ejiofor, the film follows a 94-year-old Floridian woman who forms an unlikely friendship with a 19-year-old student in New York City.
The movie had its world premiere in Un Certain Regard at Cannes on May 20, 2025, and is set for a September 26, 2025 release from Sony Pictures Classics (with TriStar Pictures handling international).
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When and Where was Sony Pictures Classics’ Eleanor the Great Filmed?
| Title | Eleanor the Great |
|---|---|
| Genres | Drama |
| Filming Locations | New York City (Coney Island, Brooklyn); reported: Times Square, Manhattan |
| Filming Start Date | February 2024 |
| Cinematography by | Hélène Louvart |
| Release Dates | Cannes: May 20, 2025 • US Theatrical: September 26, 2025 |
Principal photography began in February 2024 and wrapped in April 2024, with production rooted in New York City. The team leaned on real NYC locations—most notably Coney Island—to ground the story’s themes of memory and resilience.
📍 Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York
Address: Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USA
Street and boardwalk moments that mirror Eleanor’s shifts between past and present, pairing intimate character beats with the bustle of seaside life was actually filmed in Coney island. A historic amusement district famed for the Riegelmann Boardwalk, Luna Park, and Atlantic views—cinematic textures that add warmth and wistfulness.
📍 Times Square, Manhattan, New York
Address: Broadway & 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
As per Business Upturn reports, some scenes of this movie was shot in Times Square. This brief city interludes that contrast the quieter coastal moods with the glare and noise of Midtown. One of the world’s busiest pedestrian hubs, defined by digital billboards, Broadway theaters, and 24/7 energy—useful for establishing shots and emotional juxtapositions.
Eleanor the Great Behind the Scenes
To make your search for Sony Pictures’ Eleanor the Great filming even more interesting and enjoyable, we shared a behind-the-scenes photo here.
The movie stars and fans also shared some behind-the-scenes glimpses on their social media account, Instagram:-
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FAQs (People Also Ask)
Q: What is the filming location for Eleanor the Great?
A: Primarily New York City, especially Coney Island (Brooklyn); some coverage has reported filming in Times Square (Manhattan).
Q: Where was Eleanor the Great filmed?
A: On location in New York City, with confirmed work at Coney Island and reported Times Square photography.
Q: When did filming for Eleanor the Great take place?
A: February–April 2024 (principal photography).
Q: When did Eleanor the Great start filming?
A: Eleanor the Great start filming in February 2024.
Eleanor the Great Official Trailer
Eleanor the Great official trailer is available on Sony Pictures Classics’Official YouTube Channel and here, check Sony Pictures Classics’ channels and major film outlets for the latest cut.
Eleanor the Great premiered in Un Certain Regard at Cannes on May 20, 2025, and opens in US theaters on September 26, 2025 via Sony Pictures Classics (international: TriStar Pictures).