Destination Film Guide

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Destination Film Guide

Discover North America’s most compelling film locations, insider incentives, festival highlights and production news—all in one free digital magazine.

Discover your next filming location

Top filming locations

Explore the most film-ready destinations across North America in our curated collection of top location profiles. From blockbuster favorites to under-the-radar gems, each spotlight features cinematic visuals, expert insights and direct connections to local film commissions. Whether you are scouting for your next production or seeking inspiration, these locations across the US are ready for their close-up.

Each profile covers what a production needs to know before committing to a destination: signature locations, local crew and facility resources, permitting, incentive programs and the film commission contacts who can help. Use them to compare options early, narrow your scout list and plan your shoot with confidence.

Montana Film Office

Montana has been the site of historical battles, prehistoric dinosaurs and unforgettable vacations, and its blend of landscapes will appeal to productions who seek an epic scope.

St. Pete-Clearwater Film Comission

St. Pete-Clearwater has a long and storied history of feature film production, providing a picturesque and diverse backdrop—nature, urban, and waterfront.

British Virgin Islands

The BVI Film Commission was established over 25 years ago to facilitate and encourage film productions coming into the unique Caribbean country.

Franklin County, Florida Filming Locations

Located approximately 80 miles southwest of Tallahassee, Franklin County showcases an uncrowded alternative to Florida’s more developed coastal destinations.

Experience Reading & Berks County, PA

Reading & Berks County has experienced, full-time staff dedicated to assisting film, television and multi-media productions shooting in Berks County, PA.

Filming in St. Louis Missouri

Great location, easy access, a favorable economy, four distinct seasons, an eclectic music scene, cooperative city and county governments, and great transportation.

Massachusetts Film Office

Massachusetts has a long history of filming in our state. We pride ourselves on customer service. From the first phone call to the day you wrap, the Massachusetts Film Office is here to help with your pre-production & production needs.

Louisiana Bayou Filming Locations

Bayou Lafourche stretches over 100 miles, flowing through communities and defining traditions unique to this region, offering plenty to see and do.

Missouri Film Office

Step back in time at well-preserved historic buildings and districts across the state, fabulous sites ready to recreate the industrialization period, the prohibition era, or mid-century life.

Atlantic City New Jersey

With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines.

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Atlantic City Film

With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.

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Atlantic City Film

With a big city feel from the tall buildings and nightlife, Atlantic City offers so many possibilities for a wide array of genres and plotlines. The Steel Pier and boardwalk give off a summertime aesthetic that can bring you back in time or keep you in modern times. The natural surroundings of sandy beaches, ocean waves and greenery will give you a well-rounded area to work with for your production.

Browse Film Incentives and maximize your budget

Film Incentive Guides

Maximize your production budget while discovering breathtaking locations. Our comprehensive incentive library covers federal, state, provincial, and Caribbean rebate programs—spanning tax credits, grants and refunds. Navigate complex eligibility rules and financial benefits so you can choose destinations that fuel both your creative vision and cost efficiency.

American West

Mountain West

Southwestern U.S.

Latin America, Hawaii & Caribbean

Canada

Midwestern U.S.

New England

Mid-Atlanic

Southern U.S.

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