Joliet Correctional Center

The Blues Brothers (1980)

"The opening scene where Jake Blues is released from prison, beginning their mission from God."

📍 Joliet ✅ Still Standing ✅ Can Visit

🎬 The Scene

The opening scene where Jake Blues is released from prison, beginning their mission from God.

🏙 What's There Now

Closed in 2002, now a historic site offering tours. Also featured in Prison Break TV series.

🎥 Behind the Scenes

The prison was still operational during filming. Real inmates can be seen in background shots.

🎞 About The Blues Brothers

Year: 1980

Director: John Landis

Stars: John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd

Destroyed 103 cars during filming - a world record at the time. The definitive Chicago movie.

✓ Open to Visit

Address: 1125 Collins St, Joliet, IL 60432

Tip: Best visited during daylight hours. Please be respectful of any private property or businesses.

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