72 Beloved Films With Surprising Location Sets Across the U.S.

Moonrise Kingdom, released in 2012, is a cinematic gem featuring stars like Bill Murray and Tilda Swinton. This enchanting story follows a young boy who escapes from a scouting camp to be with his girlfriend. Together, they embark on an adventurous escape to an island beach, sparking a frantic search by the townspeople to find the young couple.

Set against the backdrop of Rhode Island, Moonrise Kingdom offers a visual feast with filming locations that span across Narragansett Bay’s Trinity Church, Prudence Island, and more. The film artfully transforms Rhode Island landscapes, including a creatively repurposed old Linens ‘n’ Things store in Middletown, into the Bishop’s house, contributing to the movie’s unique charm and whimsical ambiance.