Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Film + Music Office, the Oklahoma City Chamber, and Visit Tulsa recently announced that the “Filmed in Oklahoma Act” (FIOA), signed into law in May 2021, has led to a record-breaking direct economic impact of over $531 million for the state.
According to Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, the impact of storytelling in Oklahoma has been substantial. “Storytellers are some of the most important people in the world as they set the vision and values of future generations, and I’m proud we are telling more and more of those stories in Oklahoma,” he said. He went on to highlight how municipalities and tribal partners have created localized incentives that complement the state rebate, which he believes has been essential in driving this economic success. Pinnell stated, “These partnerships set Oklahoma apart and make this kind of lasting economic impact possible.”
From fiscal year 2021 to fiscal year 2023, the economic impact of film and TV projects in Oklahoma reached $484 million. During this period, around 60% of the spending went toward worker wages, while 40% funded direct purchases of goods and services. Additionally, incentivized spending saw a significant rise, increasing from $31.8 million in fiscal year 2020 to $161.3 million annually between fiscal years 2021 and 2023.
This surge in economic activity highlights the growing importance of the film industry in Oklahoma, with local partnerships, incentives, and a thriving creative community contributing to the state’s success in attracting large-scale film and TV productions.
Filmed in Oklahoma Act generates record-breaking $531 million economic impact, officials announce
