The New Rochelle Locations Then and Now from the Movie Goodfellas
Goodfellas is one of the most iconic mobster films ever created. Directed by the legendary Martin Scorsese, the movie tells the true story of mob associate–turned–FBI informant Henry Hill. With unforgettable performances by Ray Liotta (Henry Hill), Joe Pesci (Tommy DeVito, based on Tommy DeSimone), and Robert DeNiro (Jimmy Conway, based on Jimmy Burke), the film has become a cinematic masterpiece.
While much of the movie was filmed across Queens, Brooklyn, and other parts of the NYC metro area, several unforgettable scenes were shot right here in New Rochelle, NY.
This post takes you on a “then and now” tour of these filming locations—showing how they looked in the late 1980s and what they look like today.
Henry Hill’s Famous New Rochelle Scene
One of the most memorable scenes filmed outside NYC takes place in a quiet New Rochelle neighborhood—where Henry Hill confronts and violently beats Karen’s neighbor with a handgun. This tense moment is etched into movie history and remains one of the most talked-about scenes from the film.
Driving past this ordinary suburban home today, you’d never guess it once served as the backdrop for a major Goodfellas moment. It’s a powerful reminder of how cinema can turn regular places into cultural landmarks.
Comparing Goodfellas Locations: Then vs. Now
Scorsese’s attention to detail was legendary, and revisiting these filming locations highlights just how real and grounded his world-building was. Below are side-by-side “then and now” comparisons showing how New Rochelle’s Goodfellas sites have changed—or stayed the same—over the decades.
Why These Locations Matter
Filming locations are more than just scenery. In Goodfellas, they help shape the tone, authenticity, and emotional impact of the story. By revisiting these spots today, we see how the past and present collide—reminding us of the film’s lasting cultural importance.
Whether it’s the gritty streets of Brooklyn, the energy of Queens, or the quiet neighborhoods of New Rochelle, each location adds depth to Henry Hill’s chaotic rise and fall inside the New York mob world.
Credits
All movie stills shown are from Goodfellas, directed by Martin Scorsese and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Images are used for commentary and educational purposes.
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