Maine Film Office

06/19/2026

From film festivals and industry news to location spotlights and production resources, the Maine Film Office email list is the best way to stay informed about what's happening in Maine film. Sign up today. https://filminmaine.com/e-newsletter/

06/17/2026

The Maine International Film Festival returns to Waterville this July, bringing together filmmakers, film lovers and industry professionals for 10 days of screenings, conversations and special events. July 10-19, 2026.

10 Days | 100 Films | Waterville, Maine

06/16/2026

A little more than 21 years ago, HBO's Empire Falls brought Richard Russo's Pulitzer Prize-winning Maine story to audiences nationwide. Filmed in communities including Skowhegan, the miniseries showcased Maine's mill towns, landscapes and local character on a national stage.

06/12/2026

June is Great Outdoors Month, celebrating the beauty and conservation of the world around us – beauty that is effortlessly apparent in our great state. 🌲 Filmmakers choose Maine’s woods and waters not only for their timeless allure, but also to showcase stories of conservation and sustainability.

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06/10/2026

⏰ Time is running out to apply for the Maine Film Office's Film in Maine Reimbursement Grant Pilot Program. Applications are due June 15. The program will award up to $350,000 in reimbursement to each of two eligible productions filming in Maine. Apply today! 🔗 filminmaine.com/reimbursement-grant-pilot-program/

05/26/2026

🚨 Deadline Extended to June 15: $350,000 Grant! Need a little more time? Great news! The Maine Film Office has extended the deadline to apply for the Film in Maine Reimbursement Grant. The new competitive pilot program offers up to $700,000 total across two projects to support film and television projects that choose to film in Maine. Apply by June 15. https://filminmaine.com/reimbursement-grant-pilot-program/

05/20/2026

📍Location spotlight: From industrial mill buildings to walkable urban streets, Lewiston-Auburn provides a versatile backdrop for productions seeking authentic New England character and visual interest.
Pictured here during the colorful Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival! 🎈



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05/13/2026

Maine Film Office Director Steve Lyons has made it to France for the Festival de Cannes! Be sure to follow along in the coming days for more content.