Utah approves 7 new productions projected to bring $12.5 million economic impact
By Margaret Darby
Published on March 16, 2026.
The Utah Board of Tourism Development has approved seven new productions for state film incentives, which are projected to bring $12.6 million and create over 600 jobs across 11 counties. The productions include “Salt and Honey” co-directed by Amy Redford and Jennie Morris, a second season of “Lulubug’s Garden,” several independent films, including “One Beautiful Life” and “Noah”s Big Adventure” along with an untitled project from Warner Bros. The Utah Film Commission credits productions with tax credits or cash rebates for money spent in the state. The 2026 Utah Legislature approved $3 million in ongoing funding for the Rural Film Incentive program, which has resulted in over $200 million in productions in 28 counties over the past four years.
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