Vintage Stock Footage

1954 NYC

Archival 16mm film footage of 1960s New York City, featuring the Statue of Liberty, bustling harbor scenes, and aerial views of Manhattan's iconic skyline.

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New York City (1954): Aerial View Of City And River On A Cloudy Day

New York City (1954): Aerial View Of City And River On A Cloudy Day

New York City (1954): It Is Like A Town Full Of Big Buildings Displays Just Like

New York City (1954): It Is Like A Town Full Of Big Buildings Displays Just Like

New York City (1954): City Skyline From Ocean View

New York City (1954): City Skyline From Ocean View

New York City (1954): Open Environment With Moving Boats

New York City (1954): Open Environment With Moving Boats

New York City (1954): The Ship Was Travelling Through The Water It Is So Amazing

New York City (1954): The Ship Was Travelling Through The Water It Is So Amazing

New York City (1954): People On The Beach Watching The Boat Show

New York City (1954): People On The Beach Watching The Boat Show

New York City (1954): It Looks Like A Hotel Looking At A Big Building With Huge

New York City (1954): It Looks Like A Hotel Looking At A Big Building With Huge

New York City (1954): Group Of Kids Standing In A Balcony Looking In The Ocean

New York City (1954): Group Of Kids Standing In A Balcony Looking In The Ocean

New York City (1954): Kids At The Fence

New York City (1954): Kids At The Fence

New York City (1954): View Of Ellis Island And New York City From Boat On A Cloudy

New York City (1954): View Of Ellis Island And New York City From Boat On A Cloudy

New York City (1954): Statue Of Liberty

New York City (1954): Statue Of Liberty

New York City (1954): An Old Video Of Just Yellow And Some White Colors

New York City (1954): An Old Video Of Just Yellow And Some White Colors

New York City (1954): A Group Of Young Boys Standing On The Dock Of A Marina

New York City (1954): A Group Of Young Boys Standing On The Dock Of A Marina

New York City (1954): Many Boats Parked In The River With Many Trees In The

New York City (1954): Many Boats Parked In The River With Many Trees In The

New York City (1954): Boats On Water

New York City (1954): Boats On Water

New York City (1954): Five Boys Holding Balloons Begin To Cross The Street

New York City (1954): Five Boys Holding Balloons Begin To Cross The Street

New York City (1954): Two Young Boys Outside Playing With One Running Down The

New York City (1954): Two Young Boys Outside Playing With One Running Down The

New York City (1954): Aerial View Of City And River On A Cloudy Day

New York City (1954): Aerial View Of City And River On A Cloudy Day

New York City (1954): A View Of S Town's Whole Scenery

New York City (1954): A View Of S Town's Whole Scenery

New York City (1954): The View Of The Building Skyline On A Foggy Day

New York City (1954): The View Of The Building Skyline On A Foggy Day

New York City (1954): Archival Metropolitan Footage

New York City (1954): Archival Metropolitan Footage

New York City (1954): View Of An Expansive Ocean With A Lone Boat Floating Far

New York City (1954): View Of An Expansive Ocean With A Lone Boat Floating Far

New York City (1954): Aerial View Of Big City Very Busy And Totally Taken By

New York City (1954): Aerial View Of Big City Very Busy And Totally Taken By

New York City (1954): Camera Pans Across The Cityscape And Show Off The Sights

New York City (1954): Camera Pans Across The Cityscape And Show Off The Sights

Frequently asked questions

What kind of 1954 New York City footage is available?

Stockfilm preserves authentic 1954 New York City home movies — 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.

What format was 1954 New York City footage shot on?

Most 1950s home movies were captured on 8mm Standard, 16mm, or — by the late 1960s — Super 8 film. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.

Can I license 1954 New York City stock footage commercially?

Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.

Where can I download 1954 New York City archival footage?

Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.