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

Richmond – Extras Casting Call for Apple TV+ Series “Swagger” Season 2 – July to November 2022 – Paid

Kendall Cooper Casting is now accepting extra submissions for the second season of “SWAGGER” starring O’Shea Jackson Jr and Isaiah Hill “SWAGGER” ...

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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

The Real Dirty Dancing

FOX TV’s celebrity dance competition, “The Real Dirty Dancing”, filmed at the resort where it all began 35 years ago, Mountain Lake Lodge here in Virginia. The series debuted on FOX. Hosted by Stephen “tWitch” Boss, it features eight celebrity contestants – Brie Bella, Corbin Bleu, Tyler Cameron, Cat Cora, Howie Dorough, Antonio Gates, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and Loni Love. Tune in, and then learn more about the real Kellerman’s Lodge – Mountain Lake Lodge.

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