Six Wisconsin productions have been awarded more than $1 million through the state’s new film tax credit program.
Aimed at bringing creative endeavors to Wisconsin’s doorstep, bolstering the state’s travel and tourism economy, and strengthening the film industry in Wisconsin, the state’s new film office and tax credit program were created by the 2025-27 Biennial Budget signed into law by Gov. Evers and launched within the Department of Tourism earlier this year.
“Film Wisconsin and our new film tax credit program are building on our efforts over the past seven-plus years to support Wisconsin’s tourism and travel industry, bring creative endeavors to our state, and showcase all our great state has to offer, and I’m excited that we’ll soon be getting this first round of film tax credits out the door,” said Gov. Tony Evers.
The inaugural group of six projects includes feature films, documentaries, and a short film that will showcase Wisconsin stories, communities, and talent while generating economic activity across the state. Film Wisconsin’s first accredited productions include:
“RAO” | $557,991
An independent feature film from Wisconsin filmmaker Sagar Brahmbhatt that follows an Indian American family’s journey as they navigate the tension between duty and dreams across three decades and three seasons in Northern Wisconsin.
“Long Shot: How Bud Selig Brought Baseball Home” | $167,100
A feature film from Steve Boettcher and Mike Trinklein, chronicling former Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig’s unlikely quest to bring America’s National Pastime back to Milwaukee.
“UECK” | $140,008
A documentary from September Club exploring the life and legacy of legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker, revealing the humility, resilience, and love of baseball behind one of America’s most recognizable sports personalities.
“Run for Glory: The Don Beebe Story” | $86,000
A feature film from Salty Earth Pictures telling the inspiring story of NFL standout Don Beebe, following his upbringing in the Midwest and his determination to overcome adversity.
“The Warehouse” | $216,000
A documentary from OmaChance Productions following an eclectic team of educators and artists working to complete Frank Lloyd Wright’s last remaining unfinished building in Richland Center, the famed architect’s hometown.
“Mis Undead Quince” | $19,273
A short film from Wisconsin-based Cyclops Girl Productions in which a rebellious teenager and her Spanish-speaking grandmother must bridge generations and cultures to survive an undead invasion during a quinceañera.
Administered by Film Wisconsin, the new film tax credit makes $5 million available annually to assist the production of feature and short films, scripted and unscripted television shows, documentaries, broadcast advertisements, and production infrastructure in Wisconsin. Prior to the governor’s creation of the new film office, Wisconsin was just one of a handful of states without a dedicated film office.
To be eligible for tax credits, productions must spend a minimum of $100,000 in salary and wages for projects 30 minutes or longer and a minimum of $50,000 in salary and wages for projects less than 30 minutes. Projects may receive up to $1 million in tax credits per fiscal year. Eligible production expenses include cast and crew wages, accommodations, costs of set construction and operations, purchase or rental of facilities and equipment, location fees, and other production-related goods and services purchased and consumed within the state. Film Wisconsin will review tax credit applications monthly.
Learn more about Film Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Film Production Tax Credit at FilmWisconsin.com.
