The Amityville Horror (1979) Filming Locations - Then and Now 4K

[@caveman3021]

This house was used for the original 3 movies. It was moved immediately after filming exteriors for Amityville 3D, in order for the owner to build a house for his daughter on the property.. If you look closely, theres a scene in Amityville 3D where Tony Roberts and his daughter Lori Loughlin pull up to the house, the top windows on the street side are square, and not quarter moon shaped. They were rushed for exterior shots so they didnt go all out like in the previous 2 films. Thanks again Grimmlife! Happy Halloween!🎃

[@MaxieTheMenace]

So interesting!

[@lonniemiles4751]

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[@johnmusk7007]

Another great watch ❤

[@mozer1713]

That filming house your showing can’t be the same, the roof is different !

[@samanthab1923]

@@mozer1713It looks like it needs a new roof. The movie co. added the dormer windows in o the third flr. to match the real house.

[@jamesdenton3438]

I don't blame the town of Amityville for being so restrictive and unwelcoming. Not all visitors are as responsible and respectful as Michael & Jessica. I knew someone who proudly displayed a shingle from the original house that they needed to trespass and damage someone's home in order to obtain. Thank you Michael & Jessica for always being passionate, professional and informative.

[@caveman3021]

People forget it is a private residence. Some people have the nerve to go up and knock on the door, or as you say, vandalize it🙄

[@erinaustin2157]

It’s not really the town that’s an issue, it’s the owners of the house, which has only changed owners maybe 3 times since the Lutz’s lived there. Which, I obviously understand. There is a very tall, iron gate surrounding the home. Less likely for people to attempt to walk up. Usually the driveway is open though. It’s a fantastic block with gorgeous houses on it. I love going garage sale-ing there. I’ve lived maybe 8min from it most of my life ;)

[@lordvlygar2963]

​@@erinaustin2157 Hi, fellow LIer. I'm a 10 minute drive from the house, too. Yeah, sometimes people forget it's a private house in a bit of an uppity neighborhood. Beautiful part of town.

[@ensignmjs7058]

Did you slap the person who got the shingle?

[@Robert-nu4vc]

That person you know is lucky they didn't get caught and get smoked. They will steal from the wrong house one day.

[@andreahaar60]

We had a family gathering yesterday and I put y'all on our TV. We watched your channel for 3 hours. I was the only one that watched until yesterday. Now all of my children are watching. Thanks for sharing.

[@grimmlifecollective]

From our family to yours…Happy Halloween and we are glad you found us.

[@tylerrogers3263]

I love what you guys do, I love the passion, the research, the positivity, the respect and the love you have for each other. You guys are doing great work, keep it up!

[@grimmlifecollective]

Thank you Tyler

[@csh43166]

100% agree!! 💚

[@BlackCat-aka-Jewels]

Absolutely agree. My favorite peeps...best of the best🖤🐈‍⬛

[@U-tuber98]

Did you guys hit Blairstown NJ while in the state for the Original Friday the 13th?@@grimmlifecollective

[@karmakartel75]

I was born and raised in Tom River and I remember when they moved the house. At night after high school games we’d ride by there and it look soo spooky. Great episode and since I now live in Florida on the gulf coast and I grew up on the Jersey shore it’s nice to see a piece of home ❤❤❤

[@90stalgiaTV]

As someone who grew up in the area, it’s so cool seeing you guys documenting so many areas I’ve visited on so many occasions. I remember how big a deal it was as a little kid that they had filmed in TR, and every time I drove by the area I constantly thought about that house and would be on the lookout for it. There were stories about the homeowners calling the cops because of people showing up at the house in the middle of the night wanting a tour, and just wandering through their yard lol. It’s awesome that one of the great classics of horror was filmed in my neck of the woods! Thanks for the great retrospective!

[@barrysoetoro7835]

Yep. Grew up less than a mile from there. TR South, represent!

[@tialeo]

Watching your videos is like going out for coffee & conversation with an old, trusted friend. I leave with a nice warm fuzzy feeling inside & my mood is elevated & content ❤ Thank you 😊

[@JFreese]

What's wild is I was just rewatching your Amityville story video this morning! And you uploaded this. Definitely a classic film for sure.

[@JustPlainSteve5372]

Thanks guys for taking us along with you@

[@colleenochs4728]

The meditation garden ( or whatever it really is ) is absolutely beautiful , what a great place to just sit and reflect.

[@samanthab1923]

It’s the old George J Gould estate. Now part of Georgian Court College in Lakewood NJ

[@leecrowder4934]

I have been to the actual house on Ocean Dr and it was very interesting to stand on the sidewalk and take it all in.

[@sside8]

I’m glad it’s cloudy when you do these horror movie locations because it’s great atmosphere!

[@ottergreen8190]

My hometown. The house used for filming is right around the corner from my moms place. Awesome work.

[@kimberlylyerly2207]

Great job you two. 👏 It's a shame the town of Amityville is in such denial of their past. Thank ya'll for another awesome video! ❤️

[@Fernando-qk2hp]

Oh so people there should just let anyone come up and stare and invade their privacy ?? Hey all you drunk kids come to our block !!! SIlly nonsense. Sorry they are not there for your viewing pleasure. I THINK WE CAN UNDERSTAND THEIR POINT OF VIEW. BY THE WAY, A FAMILY DIED THERE.

[@erinaustin2157]

As a local, I can tell u there is no “denying” of the sort, by the town or anyone else who lives here,lol.

[@Scottocaster6668]

I'm sure the obsessed, non respectful fans are responsible for the town Shunning the movie that was filmed there.

[@07foxmulder]

“In denial” lol Or just not wanting over zealous true crime nerds constantly harassing people? But you type “y’all” so we can’t take your comment too serious.

[@Poppaice]

I don't think they're in denial. I DO think they're crazy for not cashing in on the hype. Same thing with JAWS. If I ever hit the Powerball or megaball I'm gonna buy that house. It's literally my dream house.

[@MICAsoFLY]

I like how you and Jessica appreciate the places you visit and you explain the places right to the point ❤😊thank you Michael and Jessica

[@bobbyleestamper9783]

FANTASTIC video!!! The Church and the garden area look exactly the same!

[@danshobbies13]

The things I learn watching this channel. I never knew it was filmed in New Jersey

[@sorensenj1]

It would be neat seeing the 2005 amityville horror illinois and wisconsin locations. I absolutely love your video's I enjoy seeing the locations of a lot of movies that I watched growing up

[@QuantumMartian18]

Mike love your style man!!! Keep up the compelling work!!!

[@tombaker4586]

It's great you take your time at all the locations, presented very well. Greets, Tom, Belgium.

[@agerven]

While watching the movie, back in the day, i was surrounded by its horror. Now that you two show the filming locations, i do notice and appreciate how absolutely beautiful they are. Thank you so much for revisiting and sharing these locations. Bringing back the absolute horror of the two stories: the DeFeo and the Lutz families.

[@andysmith1996]

The DeFeo family story is horror, the Lutz family story is pure money-making bullshit.

[@jobes4525]

When it comes to the World of Horror, we will find Grimm life Collective 🖤

[@davidb4441]

Thank you for all you do ! Every time I log into KZbin and see you guys have posted another video I get so excited. Love you guys.

[@harolynallison3962]

It is a very beautiful church you filming inside you picked up the beauty and the vibrant colors of the alter, breath taking

[@breal1183]

Youre the man. That movie to this day freaks me out. Especially part 2 the Possession. Did anyone ever give you crap for filming outside? I hear the residents there get really mad at viewers. Excellent job. Thank you!!

[@kennithminnich]

My stepfather's brother was a union carpenter who worked on the set and met Margot Kidder and James Brolin. Thanks for this video...

[@Gazza72]

Hello from Glasgow Scotland my friend I love your videos keep them coming mate👍

[@jimmyneck2854]

I'm a huge horror fan in my sixties and I have so much admiration and respect for you young couple, to find all these awesome locations, and the due-diligence you put in is amazing, not to mention your enthusiasm! Keep up the great work!

[@geoffreyscottpollard9489]

The trailer even frightened the crap out of me back then.. Another brilliant video guys!.👌

[@hogskins3043]

Great video, Michael and Jessica.

[@daniellee1211]

No words can say how detail of beautiful work put in the church I love to see inside , glad that you add them in videos.

[@chasing_dragons]

Thank you for this. I am only a couple of minutes into this and it looks like this is going to be a really good learning experience. That Tom's River New Jersey is where one of the guys from Skid Row are from. So many of us are glad people like you take the time to put together a production like this which is not just entertaining, this is educational.

[@baylorsailor]

The church and park by the bridge are beautiful! I might have to visit them both one day.

[@jingle1161]

Wow, what a beautiful church.. 9:58

[@sugarmagnolia1506]

Amazing!!! Thanks for all your hard work 🖤🖤🖤

[@dennismccallister3994]

The Church and grounds are just wonderful, just to sit there would be so emotional...Another great video, they get better and better!

[@jklang7217]

Oh wow I live in Toms River. Awesome

[@debbiedunn8600]

Thanks again Michael and Jessica for taking us along with you. You guys are the best.

[@Vanessa97435]

Super vidéo j'aime les films d'horreur anciens ce sont les meilleurs. Tu nous apprends des choses

[@kjpphotography4764]

When i first saw this movie it was on TV and I was just 8 years old, and it scared the heck out of me.

[@JANGLEPOP1]

Superb! You certainly put some work into your filming location videos, so full of information and a real pleasure to see. Congratulations on another gem!

[@Phillyguy316]

Toms River was a good fill in for Amityville. Even though it's technically the Jersey shore area, it sure has that south shore of Long Island feel to it and the location scouts did a good job of picking some great areas to film in. Thanks Michael and Jessica for another excellent Grimm adventure!

[@samanthab1923]

They both have homes that back up on a bay.

[@heatherhalstead295]

I'm from long island and they were alot of Dutch colonials houses

[@James_Myers]

Very nice! I lived not too far from this location during the production of the 1st three films. Visiting the sets, the owners allowed me on the property while the production crew wasn't there so I could take photos etc. Memories I'll cherish forever. Watching this video just brings it all back. Thank you

[@beachdawgz]

Thanks for the video! That church is absolutely beautiful. Amityville was a great movie. Those flies creeped me out.

[@lisamalcolm6916]

Incredible location for sure …it’s crazy to see several things still in the same exact place .

[@dianabatista4048]

Love the video Michael and Jessica! I Love the way how you compare the movie clips and the actual real locale! Awesome!👍👍👍Can't wait to see your next video! Happy Halloween! 🎃

[@veronicadepasquale9741]

Beautiful Church. Love the video . My family from New Jersey ' New York . 😊

[@ULTRAMAGATRUMP2024]

WOW great shots especially of the church

[@heathermanning5368]

Thanks for Sharing guys!!! wish i found your channel sooner!!! 🖤🖤😎😎

[@carielswick8892]

You guys are awesome I love the hard work you put into recreating the scenes that are from the movies and the real history of these places. And the way that you all tell these stories it just draws you into where you just want to watch and learn more. Well until next time Happy Halloween.

[@Spiritofthewild1969]

I was 10 years old when I saw this and was terrified lol at the age of 13 I had seen The Exorcist, Jaws, Amityville horror, Friday the 13th and my favorite Halloween, oh fun fact the mask used for Micheal Myer’s face was actually William Shatner from StarTrack painted all white, so I knew I was destined to be a creature feature film lover. I still get scared watching them, that’s how you know it’s a CLASSIC 40 years later!

[@celioleitao7303]

Thank you for another awesome video.

[@chrisyoungblood1421]

Grew up one town over from Toms River. Very familiar with all those filming locations. Toms River is beautiful no doubt but very expensive. I live just north of Tampa in Florida now. Love it here!

[@rachaelsusan286]

I've lived in nj my whole life and I had no idea this was filmed so close to me! Very cool! Thank you for spoiling us with more horror facts!! 🖤🖤

[@chrissy9038]

I used to live in Browns Mills, NJ, and going down Route 70 takes you to Ocean County. I’ve spent a lot of time in Toms River, but I’ve never stopped to look at the house. Haven’t been there in years now.

[@sirchromiumdowns2015]

The interior of the church is so beautiful.

[@modernpeasants7]

Excellent video! This film is legendary!

[@chelle1256]

The music to this movie still creeps me out to the point when I hear it I get goosebumps all over

[@chrisholt4804]

Man you guys are putting in work! I gotta go get me some merch and support the content. You guys are great!

[@xanadu500]

At the time I couldn't hardly sleep for months after seeing this movie. I purchased the dvd a couple of months ago for my collection. The music is terrifying. It still scares the hell out of me.

[@BigRichfrank]

Good stuff guys!! I dig this movie. That church is a work of art!! Hope the trip home Is safe!!

[@yindyamarra]

I love your detail and your research, this vid is of one of my all time favourite movies, thanks

[@gopher401]

Great video. Certainly a gorgeous church and other settings as well. Well done as always.

[@LanceGardner-qq3bl]

Awesome video! I really enjoyed it.

[@bigl447]

Another great video from you both I remember going to the cinema to see this 1st time out once again your attention to detail and research spot on

[@rachelmoore1119]

I look forward to watching Michael and Jessica these videos are the highlight of my day. Grimm for life!

[@tinachristine7966]

So interesting, great video !!! I loved this movie.!! ❤❤

[@ritagould7007]

Thank u guys so much love ur videos 👍 best wishes from Ireland.

[@jamiedalrymple3689]

Brilliant work Michael. ❤️✌️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@shanedenny5234]

Such a beautiful scenery and you covered it so well. Thanks again for sharing once again another spectacular Grimm adventure.

[@DaveTexas]

Great tour of the filming sites! I’ve driven by the actual house in Amityville, but I never made it to Toms River during my time in NJ. I knew they had rotated the house but it’s cool to see what it actually looks like now.

[@giftedplanksify]

The background behind the alter is beautiful! Bless you brother 🙏

[@patrixstyle88]

Thanks for filming this. Moved out of there years ago, it was nice seeing my old neighborhood again

[@Dan-Null]

Great job! As always.

[@astrokoneko]

This channel helps my anxiety immensely

[@trexxy9628]

“… the first Amityville Horror movie. the other ones? Egh” I appreciate that LOL

[@charlesn.5501]

YES! Another Grimm vid. 🎉

[@kaseybones]

So cool how they moved the house sideways! To be honest, you don’t see many houses with the front of the house perpendicular to the road it’s on…so they did a pretty good job choosing a house with a likeness to the Amityville house

[@Steve-ec6ed]

OMG you're in Toms River?!?! I used to live there for decades and I'm only 20 mins from there now!! So cool having you guys here!!🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@Joeof8grand.]

This was awesome. I never knew they even filmed in toms River I thought it was all in Amityville thank you for the fantastic video and information. Keep them calm and Michael and Jessica.

[@laurileblanc2001]

So cool, thanks for taking us along on your adventures!!

[@maryduarte3248]

Thanks for sharing your video and information

[@SandraPinkParanormal]

awesome video thanks for sharing 👍💜🤗

[@antoniom8561]

This truly is one of the best youtube channels - from ideas, themes, execution, you name it! ❤ Keep up the great work!

[@JanBee1122]

Outstanding. Thank you.

[@azrael666ethereal]

Brilliant video. Loved that film since I was a kid.

[@alfreddill3251]

Thank you for this. Excellent.

[@roberttucker7075]

Hi Michael and Jessica! Last night was my first grimm life collective live and it was awesome. I am watching your video right now. Would you guys ever visit the villisca axe murder house in villisca Iowa? Love your videos and channel. You guys are awesome. Love you guys.

[@grimmlifecollective]

Welcome Robert…and yes, we should be filming something very very special there this year. Well, that’s the plan…and plans have a habit of always changing. Stay tuned.

[@tracilyn4838]

Fantastic Video! The church is beautiful and I like the song playing in the bg around 13 Minuteish.

[@ryanjordan7268]

Another great video! I remember seeing this movie in the 70s. Very scary! Keep making great videos! The Grimms Rock!

[@CFD236]

I'm from Tom's River New Jersey. Dad was a member of the fire company in Toms River and they supplied the water for the rain scenes in the movie

[@kevinwalker2660]

Another great video. I really love how you do these so comprehensively and the flashbacks to the original movie. Keep up the great work!

[@Alcapone3176]

Another outstanding job. Especially for all of us old enough to remember that horrible crime.

[@RJ-luci]

Excellent! Always informative and well documented. Photography and music are spot on!

[@nancyadcock4899]

Well done as usual! Thanks for you attention to detail 👍

[@robertbiastre6037]

Great vlog! Long Island always wants to hide but Jersey come to the rescue!

[@intertubicular]

So cool. One of the creepiest movies ever filmed based on real events. Thank you both for another awesome Grimmlife production! I really enjoyed this.

[@ssh__778]

Luv it, you are always pumping out the videos

[@CarbiesChronicles]

wow the church, hasnt changed a bit in almost 50 years... the shot of the gold cross gave me chills...

[@danny2me70]

This film terrified me as a teen and even now I still think it's up there with the omen Salem's lot and the fog .