Several films have been made at the Central Library building.

• Foul Play (1978) 
• Dead Heat (1988)
• Arachnophobia (1990)
• The Story Lady (1991) (TV)
• Matilda (1996)
• Legally Blonde (2001)
• Red Dragon (2002)
• The Salton Sea (2002)

Many films and television programs have been filmed in Pasadena. Get more information about filming in Pasadena at the Film Office.