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OKC Film and Creative Industries Office keeps the camera rolling

Oklahoma City's film industry is experiencing a remarkable surge, positioning the city as a burgeoning hub for filmmakers and creatives. 

deadCenter Film releases schedule for 25th annual festival

Named one of the “20 Coolest Film Festivals in the World” by MovieMaker Magazine, the deadCenter Film Festival returns June 11-15 with five days of screenings, panels and events in downtown Oklahoma City. 

Inside Oklahoma City's Dolby Atmos-certified sound stage

Oklahoma City’s film and media industry continues to grow, and at the forefront of this evolution is Apex Post Production, a cutting-edge studio offering state-of-the-art sound technology.

Oklahoma City ranks as top 13 filmmaking center in North America

Oklahoma City has been listed as No. 13 on MovieMaker Magazine’s 2025 list of “The Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker” in the U.S. and Canada. This recognition coincides with the Oklahoma Film & Music Office’s official designation of Oklahoma City as a film-friendly city last week.

Oklahoma City film industry spends $22M in FY24, led by feature films

‘Twisters’ drives major economic impact with $42.6M spent in Oklahoma City. “Twisters” exceeded expectations upon its release date, in which its box office performance doubled opening weekend projections, earning $81.25 million domestically.

'Twisters' Filming Map Highlights Oklahoma's Cinematic Landscapes

As "Twisters" continues its impressive box office run, grossing over $155 million domestically in its second week, the film is also drawing attention to Oklahoma’s scenic and versatile landscapes. The Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO) has seized this moment to release a "Twisters" Filming Map, highlighting the diverse locations across the state that were pivotal in bringing the film to life.

24th annual deadCenter film festival

DeadCenter film festival is set to return in 2024 with a full weekend of events, panels and films. DeadCenter Film Festival is Oklahoma’s largest and only Oscar-qualifying fest, with the winner of two short film categories eligible for an Academy Award.

Butter up for National Popcorn Day

Ask the Chamber: What are the top job industries in Oklahoma City?

Stockyards City: A hundred years of history and fun to discover

Spooky season comes early at OKC’s Horror Con

Here’s what to check out at the 2023 deadCenter Film Festival

What to do: June events in OKC

Experience the art of sound with the Oklahoma City Philharmonic

The Western influence on the world

OKCMOA offers great escape from summer heat

deadCenter Film Festival is back in-person in OKC

Grab your popcorn

Get up to Uptown 23rd

Coming soon to your home: deadCenter Film Festival

The heARTbeat of our community

Celebrate Black History Month around the city

deadCenter Film Festival starts this week

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The Code of the West

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The Oklahoma City Way to Cinema Verite

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Lights, camera, nightlife