Filming in Switzerland starts in Zurich

Connected

Located in the heart of Europe, with excellent international connections to all parts of the world.

Plannable

Reliable structures and efficient procedures guarantee smooth processes.

Stable

Zurich is one of the most stable and reliable locations in the world.

Diverse

Cities, lakes, and mountains combined, offering unique diversity in a small area.

Film City

Zurich is a film-friendly city with ideal conditions for filming.

Zurich – the hub of Swiss filmmaking

With over 600 productions per year, Zurich is the center of Swiss film production. Crews and service providers work here at an international level. Precise, efficient and creative. With our incentive program, we create new opportunities for both national and international projects.

The Film Commission Zurich is the central point of contact for audiovisual productions in Zurich. We connect producers with locations, authorities, partners and crews and create the conditions for successful filming. Our services are free of charge and available to all productions.

Zurich combines precision, quality and diversity, making it your ideal filming location in the heart of Europe.

Why Zurich?

In the heart of Europe: Zurich combines historic backdrops with modern architecture, first-class infrastructure, and international accessibility.

Explore Zurich

In addition to unique filming locations, Zurich also offers culture, gastronomy, and an inspiring environment for every project.

Green Filming

We promote resource-efficient production and support crews with information and contacts regarding green filming standards.

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Anna Schindler – President of the Zurich Film Commission

Anna Schindler is Director of Urban Development for the City of Zurich and President of the Zurich Film Commission. In these roles, she is committed to positioning Zurich as an attractive location for business, living, and film production.

Voices from the world of film

Real experiences. Real films. Real people. Producers, directors, and filmmakers talk about their experiences with Zurich as a film location.

Filming in Zurich was seamless, thanks to the Film Commission's support – responsive, resourceful, and collaborative. We would return in a heartbeat.

"During the filming of LOVE ROULETTE – Zurich at its best! – we received wonderful support and important help in opening doors to enable us to film at special locations in Zurich."

"When filming in Zurich, the Film Commission Zurich is an extremely important and trustworthy partner for us, who always manages to make the impossible possible."

Zurich is a great place to film. Film-friendly with strong community support. The local crew's dedication was key to achieving our goals.

"The Film Commission Zurich provided us with fantastic support from day one on a Korean Netflix production – with a small amount of financial assistance and help in obtaining filming permits. It was a pleasure working with them."

"The Film Commission Zurich impresses with its expertise, professionalism, and excellent cooperation—an indispensable partner for our projects."

"The Film Commission Zurich is an indispensable partner for us: it simplifies complex approvals, makes the impossible possible, and strengthens Zurich as an international film location."