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The Beast in Me season 1 is a psychological thriller that delves into the lives of its two main characters. Starring Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys, the series premiered on Netflix on November 13, 2025.
Jodie Foster and Conan O'Brien produce the show. It tells the story of Aggie Wiggs, an author still grieving the death of her son, who becomes fascinated with her new neighbor, Nile Jarvis, who has a dark past. Aggie’s obsession with Nile soon spirals into a dangerous game of cat and mouse.
The Beast in Me season 1 was primarily filmed in New Jersey, with some scenes also shot in Raleigh, North Carolina. Filming took place across several locations in New Jersey, including picturesque areas known for their striking homes and expansive green spaces. Filming took place in the fall of 2024, with production wrapping up in early 2025.
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Filming locations of The Beast in Me season 1
Red Bank, New Jersey
A significant portion of The Beast in Me season 1 was filmed in Red Bank, a town in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Locations like West Front Street were transformed into film sets.
For example, JR’s Restaurant on West Front Street was reimagined as Roberto’s Pizzeria for the show. The visual appeal of Red Bank, with its combination of residential streets and scenic vistas, establishes the eerie atmosphere of the fictional town where Aggie and Nile’s lives collide.
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Raleigh, North Carolina
Some scenes of The Beast in Me season 1 were filmed in Raleigh, North Carolina. Raleigh. Raleigh, known for its large parks and college campuses, was used as a secondary filming location. Raleigh was chosen because it has both urban and natural settings, which made it a good choice for some of the show's more dramatic scenes.
Newark, New Jersey
The production was also shot in Newark, New Jersey, in addition to Red Bank. Branch Brook Park was also used for filming, which is renowned for the array of Japanese cherry trees. The National Newark Building, located on Broad Street, Frelinghuysen Avenue, and 33 Washington Street, was another notable site.
Jersey City, New Jersey
The Beast in Me season 1 was also filmed in downtown Jersey City. It was utilized for Nile Jarvis' real estate protests. The city's streets, with their mix of old and new buildings, provided a gritty urban backdrop for the tense confrontations and public demonstrations in the series.
Tamaques Park, Westfield, New Jersey
Other sequences in the series were shot at Tamaques Park in Westfield, New Jersey. The park was the perfect setting for several significant events due to its expansive green areas and peaceful, suburban atmosphere. The natural beauty of the show contrasted with its melancholic themes, resulting in a calm yet uneasy setting for character interaction.
Other filming locations
Several other locations in New Jersey were also used in The Beast in Me season 1. These included a warehouse on Mulberry Street, Poinier Street, Independence Park, and Halsey Street, all of which contributed to the show’s atmosphere.
The production also utilized locations such as Unique Design Menswear in Branford Place and Essex County Airport in Belleville.
Plot of The Beast in Me season 1
The Beast in Me follows reclusive novelist Aggie Wiggs on her grief journey after her son's death. She's struggling to write and is drawn to her new neighbor, Nile Jarvis, a mystery real estate billionaire who was the main suspect in his wife's abduction.
Aggie becomes obsessed with Nile because she thinks discovering his secrets would help her create her next novel. The show centers around their deepening entanglement as Aggie's pursuit of the truth puts her mental and moral health at risk.
The Beast in Me season 1 can be streamed exclusively on Netflix.
