Introducing Film Butte
Made by filmmakers, for filmmakers. We are here to help your imagination come to life.
It's about Location, Location, Location.
With a combination of urban amenities, rural living, and easily accessible outdoors, Butte County is a special place in Northern California. Butte County is a blend of urban amenities, rural charm, and stunning natural landscapes. Just hours from Sacramento and the Bay Area, Butte County combines accessibility with diverse, cinematic scenery, making it an ideal destination for filmmakers.
A Butte County Resource Guide for Filmmakers
Filming shouldn't be a test of your patience. With the Butte County Film Commission team by your side, you can focus on capturing the magic and telling your story, while we help with the behind-the-scenes logistics.
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Film Production Services
From aerial services to wardrobe and design, we can help you find industry professionals in Butte County.
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Logistics and Hospitality Services
Airports, lodging, catering and more - all the support services that help your production run smoothly.
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Film Permit Process
We'll cut through the bureaucratic jungle, helping you identify and obtain the necessary permits for the City of Chico, City of Oroville, Town of Paradise, Butte County, the State of California, or Federal land location in Butte County.
A Versatile Backdrop in Northern California.
The region features scenic lakes, rivers, mountains, and parklands — including Bidwell Park, Lake Oroville, and Butte Creek Canyon.
Unique locations like North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve’s spring waterfalls and wide open space full of wildflowers to Gray Lodge Ecological Preserve full of migratory birds and mammals, historic railway tracks, and abandoned gold mines provide distinctive settings for any production.
Movies Featuring Butte County Locations
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Top Gun: Maverick
2022
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Gone with the Wind
1939
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Wells Fargo
1937
Butte County has a collection of friendly communities that boast unique hospitality, events, and local arts and cultural heritage entertainment.
Capture the Beauty of Butte County
Weekends in Butte County are filled with the vibrant colors of farmers markets, while weekday evenings offer picturesque settings for farm-to-table dining on outdoor patios. The region is home to renowned institutions like California State University, Chico, and Sierra Nevada Brewery, blending academia with artisanal charm. This unique blend of culture and natural landscapes provides an ideal cinematic backdrop.
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