The Virginia Film Office is dedicated to the art and business of filmmaking. We connect clients with amazing locations, resources and creative solutions for projects of all types and sizes. From the infancy of an idea, to the emotional goodbye at the wrap party—we are your production partner throughout the entire process. The VFO is proud to be recognized as one of the most knowledgeable, effective and helpful film commissions, worldwide.

Featured Location

Oak Ridge Estate

Located in scenic Arrington, Virginia, historic Oak Ridge was built in 1802 and encompasses 4,800 acres. Included on the property is the main mansion, green house, carriage house, guest house, historic train station, horse racing track, church, gardens, bridge over train tracks, farmland, forests and open fields. A multitude of film locations on one property and extremely film friendly!

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From The Hotline

Statewide – The Virginia Screenwriting Competition Open for Submissions – April 1-May 26 – Free

The 2025 Virginia Screenwriting Competition will be open for submissions beginning Tuesday, April 1, 2025  The deadline will be Monday, May 26, ...

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For Virginians

Get Involved

Virginia crew, actors, extras, students, and film lovers – Here’s where you go to become more involved in Virginia’s film community.

Incentives

More than just tax credits!

Tax credits, grants, a sales and use tax exemption and a hotel tax exemption are part of Virginia’s incentive program.

Resources

Helpful resources

A one-stop-shop for production support including state agencies, professional organizations and local travel information and maps.

About Us

Get to know the VFO

Explorers and thinkers who always are looking for new ways to help make the motion picture industry in Virginia thrive.

Coming Attraction

Bird in Hand

Filmed in Virginia, the indie film "Bird in Hand," will have its world premiere at Tribeca on June 6, 2025. The film tells the story of Bird, who returns home to visit her mom in search of the perfect wedding venue after a surprise engagement to her longtime boyfriend. Much to everyone’s surprise, she is actually on the hunt for something else. Directed and written by Melody C. Roscher. Produced by Craig Shilowich, Alex Schepsman, Danielle Massie, Saba Zerehi. With Alisha Wainwright, Christine Lahti, James Le Gros, Annabelle Dexter-Jones.

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