A Brief History
On Screen
Florida has provided a backdrop to a plethora of iconic and beloved films and TV series over the years. While exploring Florida’s cities, beaches, and cultural offerings, you’ll no doubt be reminded of a favorite old flick or find inspiration for a new series to binge-watch back at home.
t Martin Lawrence and Will Smith in the action comedy film Bad Boys
The blue skies, scenic natural landscapes, and cool beach-side cities provide a serene backdrop that contrasts perfectly with Florida’s on-screen bread and butter: crime and action. If explosions aren’t really your thing, you’ll likely still recognize Florida from many family favorites or TV sitcoms.
There’s so much variety in the culture and landscapes of Florida that the state is equally perfect playing party central in films like Magic Mike (2012), as well as being home to personal dramas including the Oscar-winning Moonlight (2016).
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Miami Vice
Miami Vice, a hit TV series about a pair of undercover cops, is an icon of its time. The show had a huge impact on contemporary culture and greatly influenced the future of television with its use of a cool pop soundtrack and cinematic style. The series was largely filmed in Miami, unlike a lot of recent TV shows that are set here but filmed in LA.
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TV and movie guide |
1964Flipper |
1983Scarface |
1984–89Miami Vice |
1994Ace Ventura: Pet Detective |
1996The Birdcage |
1998There’s Something About Mary |
2002–12CSI: Miami |
20032 Fast 2 Furious |
2006–13Dexter |
2009–15Cougar Town |
2014–18Jane the Virgin |
2015–Fresh Off the Boat |
2016Moonlight |
2017The Florida Project |