5 Sometimes a town plays itself. Other times, it becomes something entirely new—a 1900s Toronto, a New England seaside escape, or a backdrop for an intergalactic arcade battle. Pixels (Columbia) Adam Sandler and his crew brought big-screen excitement to Cobourg in the sci-fi adventure Pixels. Victoria Park and the entire downtown transformed into scenes straight out of classic arcade games. While Pac-Man won’t be chasing dots along the boardwalk today, you can still explore these iconic spots and experience where Hollywood movie magic came to life. Murdoch Mysteries (CBC) Time travel, without the time machine. This Canadian period drama loves Cobourg’s wellpreserved 19th-century buildings, using Victoria Hall and other historic spots to recreate early 1900s Toronto. If you’ve ever wanted to step onto a Murdoch Mysteries set, just take a walk downtown. Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) Cobourg does a great impression of a quaint New England town in this hit mother-daughter drama. Whether it’s the charming downtown streets or the lakeside views, the town’s picture-perfect setting fits right into the series’ warm and quirky vibe. Close to You (TIFF Official Selection) Cobourg stars as itself in this film as it unfolds with a raw, improvisational style, capturing the emotional complexity of returning home and reconnecting with family. You’ll recognize downtown and a popular café as you watch. Cobourg isn’t just a great place to visit, it’s a place you’ve already visited, at least on screen. Now it’s time to see it in real life. 55 YOUR STORY BEGINS HERE
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