Summer Movies To Screen In Prospect Park: What To Know

PARK SLOPE, NY — Grab a blanket — movie nights under the stars are coming back to Prospect Park.

The summer movie series in Prospect Park, presented by Paramount+, is set to return later this month, reviving the beloved tradition of weekly films on Brooklyn’s backyard, the Long Meadow.

“There’s no better way to spend a summer night than a movie in the park,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “I’m so thrilled Paramount+ Movie Nights in Brooklyn are returning for yet another year with an exciting lineup of movies at some of Brooklyn’s most iconic public spaces."

Kicking off on July 30, the free films will begin shortly after sundown in the north end of the Long Meadow, found near the Grand Army Plaza entrance.

Here's a look at the line-up for this year:

Mean Girls

July 30

Cady Heron is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels, the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George.

The Smurfs

Aug. 6

When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world into New York City.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3

Aug. 13

Taking refuge on Earth, when Sonic uses his incredible speed and accidentally knocks out the power in part of the United States, he catches the attention of Dr. Robotnik and must stop him from using his unique power for world domination.

Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade

Aug. 20

In 1938, after his father goes missing while pursuing the Holy Grail, Indiana Jones finds himself up against the Nazis again to stop them from obtaining its powers.

Miss Congeniality

Aug. 27

Gracie Hart, a tomboyish detective, is forced to infiltrate the Miss United States beauty pageant as a contestant after her department learns that the event is under threat from an anonymous bomber.

The event series is free and open to the public, with no RSVP required for entry.

“We are grateful to Borough President Reynoso for continuing this long-cherished tradition of bringing our community together for free movie nights under the stars in Brooklyn’s backyard,” said Morgan Monaco, president of the Prospect Park Alliance, the nonprofit that sustains, restores and advances Prospect Park.