Ohio Grants $3 Million in Tax Credits to 7 Film and TV Projects

Funding will support productions including an apparent 'Superman' sequel

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Ohio Department of Development has announced that its Motion Picture Tax Credit Program will provide over $3 million in funding to seven film and television projects, including four feature films, two TV miniseries, and one documentary. The productions are expected to create more than 30 new jobs and generate over $14.6 million in economic impact for the state.

Why it matters

Ohio's tax credit program aims to attract and support the entertainment industry, creating jobs and economic activity in the state. The funding for these diverse projects, including what appears to be a sequel to the recent 'Superman' film, demonstrates the program's success in drawing productions to Ohio.

The details

The tax credits will cover 30% of eligible production costs, including cast and crew wages as well as other in-state spending. The projects include two Northeast Ohio-based miniseries, a feature film set to shoot in Columbus despite its title 'Outside of Cleveland', and a $1.99 million credit for a film titled 'Exodus' that seems to be a sequel to the recent 'Superman' movie, which previously filmed in both Cincinnati and Cleveland.

  • The Ohio Department of Development announced the tax credit awards on February 11, 2026.
  • The Motion Picture Tax Credit Program allocates $50 million per year, with an additional $5 million designated for Broadway and theatrical productions.

The players

Ohio Department of Development

The state agency that administers Ohio's Motion Picture Tax Credit Program, which provides funding to support film, television, and other entertainment projects shooting in the state.

James Gunn

The director of the recent 'Superman' film, which appears to be getting a sequel titled 'Exodus' that is receiving a significant portion of the tax credit funding.

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What’s next

The state will continue to review and award tax credit applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, with additional funding announcements expected in the coming months.

The takeaway

Ohio's successful film tax credit program continues to attract a diverse range of productions to the state, generating jobs and economic activity while also supporting the creation of high-profile sequels like the apparent 'Superman' follow-up 'Exodus'.