Marina City in Film
Marina City stars in its first movies
Marina City has long been a part of film history, starting with two influential films.
This Is Marina City
The 1965 film describes how Marina City was planned, constructed, and utilized.
Welcome to Marina City. Don’t forget where you parked.
A 1980 Grand Prix Pontiac sails off the west tower parking ramp at Marina City and into movie history.
Nothing in Common
The 1986 film featured a memorable scene shot at Marina City.
Ten best shots of Marina City in ‘Transformers: Dark of the Moon’
Marina City plays a pivotal role in the third Transformers film.
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Upcoming Book
Marina City: The Definitive History of a Chicago Landmark
Trope Publishing Co.
Publication date: February 16, 2027
No other residential building in the United States has a more interesting history than Chicago’s Marina City. Discover the comprehensive story behind this architectural icon.