Aotearoa New Zealand
Cultivating enduring stories – nurturing local, growing global.
Spotlight on NZFC
31 Oct 2025
News and Updates
8 Sept 2025
Press Release
5 Sept 2025
Funding Decisions
Unlock international production incentives
The New Zealand Film Commission supports international filmmakers looking to produce in New Zealand by offering funding incentives, expert guidance, and access to world-class locations and crews.
Through initiatives like the Screen Production Rebate and tailored production support, NZFC helps global storytellers unlock the full potential of filming in Aotearoa.
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Supporting local productions
The New Zealand Film Commission provides funding, resources, and expert guidance to help you amplify your storytelling and realise your screen ambitions.
From development and production to marketing and international outreach, NZFC supports New Zealand filmmakers to succeed both locally and globally.
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Expand your reach with official co-productions
Partnering with international producers through an official co-production can unlock new funding opportunities, expand your project's market potential, and give you access to both New Zealand and international incentives.
Discover the powerful stories and breathtaking visuals brought to life by our talented New Zealand and international filmmakers.
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A Minecraft Movie
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Heart Eyes
Feature 2025 HorrorInternational Released -
Wolf Man
Feature 2025 HorrorInternational Released -
Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie
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Time Bandits
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Sweet Tooth
Series 2021 Drama Adventure Sci-Fi & FantasyInternational Released -
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Feature 2024 Sci-Fi & Fantasy Adventure DramaInternational Released -
Our Flag Means Death
Series 2022 Comedy Action & AdventureInternational Released -
The Tank
Feature 2023 HorrorNew Zealand Released -
Evil Dead Rise
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M3GAN
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Avatar: The Way of Water
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Pearl
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Muru
Feature 2022 Action DramaNew Zealand Released -
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
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Don't Make Me Go
Feature 2022 DramaInternational Released -
Whina
Feature 2022 DramaNew Zealand Complete -
Nude Tuesday
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X
Feature 2022 HorrorInternational Released -
No Exit
Feature 2022 HorrorInternational Released -
The Royal Treatment
Feature 2022 Romantic ComedyInternational Released -
The Beatles: Get Back
2021 Music DocumentaryInternational -
Cowboy Bebop
Series 2021 Sci-Fi & FantasyInternational Released -
The Power of the Dog
Feature 2021 Western DramaInternational Released -
Mr. Corman
Series 2021 ComedyInternational Released -
Mulan
Feature 2020 Action & Adventure Sci-Fi & FantasyInternational Released -
They Shall Not Grow Old
Feature 2019 DocumentaryNew Zealand Released -
The Luminaries
Series 2021 DramaInternational Released -
The Dead Lands (TV)
Series 2020 Action HorrorInternational Released -
Alita
Feature 2019 Sci-Fi & FantasyInternational Released -
I Am Mother
Feature 2019 Sci-Fi & FantasyInternational Released -
Mortal Engines
Feature 2018 Sci-Fi & Fantasy Action & AdventureInternational Released -
The Meg
Feature 2018 Sci-Fi Action Horror ThrillerInternational Released -
Mission: Impossible - Fallout
Feature 2018 Action & AdventureInternational Released -
War for the Planet of the Apes
Feature 2017 Action & AdventureInternational Released -
Alien Covenant
2017 Sci-Fi & Fantasy HorrorInternational -
Ghost in the Shell
Feature 2017 Sci-Fi Crime ActionInternational Released -
Power Rangers
Series 2015 Action & Adventure FamilyInternational Released -
Disney's Pete's Dragon
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The Shannara Chronicles - Season 2
Series 2017 Fantasy Horror Action & Adventure DramaInternational Released -
Krampus
Feature 2015 Horror ComedyInternational Released -
Z for Zachariah
Feature 2015 Romance Sci-Fi ThrillerInternational Released -
Slow West
Feature 2015 Romance Western Action & Adventure DramaInternational Released -
The Hobbit Trilogy
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Emperor
Feature 2013 War Historical DramaInternational Released -
Spartacus
Series 2011 Historical DramaInternational Released
Championing New Zealand film
For over 40 years, the New Zealand Film Commission has played a leading role in growing the New Zealand screen industry, supporting local filmmakers and promoting New Zealand as a world-class destination for international productions.
We provide film funding, production incentives, and expert support to help screen storytellers succeed in Aotearoa and on the global stage. Learn more about what we do and how we champion filmmakers.
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