Check out our favorite horror films, shows filmed in North Carolina
From the Appalachian mountain range to the historic coast, North Carolina has served as a backdrop to a broad range of movie filming locations over the years - every Halloween, a handful of horror titles are at the front of every Tar Heel film buff's mind. Some movies filmed in North Carolina are particularly well known. "Dirty Dancing," filmed largely in Lake Lure, and "The Last of the Mohicans," which features action-heavy shots from on and around Chimney Rock, are a few Western N.C. favorites. Wilmington and nearby coastal towns, including Southport, are also known for ties to the film industry, with famous titles including "Blue Velvet" featuring popular areas in the state. The Tar Heel State is also no stranger to horror and thriller titles perfect for spooky season, with popular films in the genre shot in N.C. as recently as the past five years. With Halloween arriving soon, here…
