Behind the LensExplore Minnesota Film

Film Office & Commission

Explore Minnesota Film

St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

Explore Minnesota Film is Minnesota's official state film office, established in 2024 to replace the 41-year-old nonprofit MN Film & TV. It administers the state's $93 million film production tax credit and regional rebates, connects productions with crew, vendors, locations, and camera-ready communities, and assists with permits and workforce development. Office address: 121 7th Place E, Suite 360, St. Paul, MN 55101; general email addresses are gated behind a contact form.

Filming incentives

Rate
25% (+ stackable regional rebates up to 25%)
Credit type
Transferable Tax Credit
Min. spend
$1,000,000

Figures describe the Minnesota program, not this office. Incentive terms change with legislation: confirm current rates, caps, and eligibility with the office before budgeting.

At-a-glance figures, not yet checked against official sources

Full Minnesota incentive breakdown, estimator & comparison

$93 million state tax credit program plus regional rebates (Tax Credits & Regional Rebates).

Official incentive details

Contact & details

ContactNell Lawrenz-Wareham, Deputy Director, Explore Minnesota Film

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