02/14/2025 – The Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO), in partnership with the City of Owasso and Cherokee Film, proudly announces that Owasso has achieved film friendly certification after completing the requirements of OF+MO’s Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program.
“Owasso is very excited about becoming a film friendly community,” said City Manager Chris Garrett. “The variety of character across the city offers so many unique locations for filming. The amount of resources available locally to support film production makes Owasso a great place for projects, both large and small.”
Situated in the northeastern region of Oklahoma within the Cherokee Nation, Owasso is a growing hub for the state’s film industry. Home to Cherokee Film’s state-of-the-art soundstages, training programs and production facilities, Owasso offers filmmakers a unique blend of modern infrastructure and accessible resources within close proximity to the Tulsa International Airport. A diverse array of infrastructure, amenities and unique locations, such as Centennial Park, Roundup Rodeo, the Owasso Museum and Downtown’s Redbud District, paired with the community’s local support, makes it an attractive choice for film projects of all sizes.
“The rapid and continued expansion of our state-of-the-art Cherokee Film Studios and Cherokee Film Institute in Owasso illustrate Cherokee Nation’s dedication to helping diversify local economies, create jobs and develop new and exciting opportunities for our citizens and for our neighbors,” said Cherokee Nation Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner. “We value great community partners, such as OF+MO, and look forward to continuing to work together, as well as with the City of Owasso to attract even more film and TV productions and exciting growth to the area.”
Having hosted productions such as “The Gates” (2024), “The Last Rodeo” (2024), “A Christmas Present” (2022) and “Possessions” (2021), the city’s readiness to leverage Oklahoma’s competitive film incentives reinforces its commitment to fostering a thriving creative economy and welcoming more filmmakers to the region.
“Owasso’s comprehensive support for film production, combined with its infrastructure and strategic partnerships, positions it as a valuable cornerstone among Oklahoma’s film industry,” said OF+MO Director Jeanette Stanton. “With Cherokee Film’s facilities and workforce development programs located right in the city, Owasso provides filmmakers with incredible access to the resources they need to bring their projects to life.”
For more information on filming in the City of Owasso, visit cityofowasso.com.
For more information on OF+MO’s Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program, including a list of certified film friendly communities, visit okfilmmusic.org/filmfriendly.
