LA Production Dips Despite California Tax Credits; Italy, France Face Investment Woes

On-location filming in Los Angeles has seen a further decline, with a 4.8% decrease in shoot days during the third quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year. This trend persists even as California's Film & Television Tax Credit Program continues to support a significant portion of the remaining productions.

Across the Atlantic, Italy's content investment experienced a 7.4% drop in 2025, largely attributed to uncertainty surrounding domestic tax credits and the ongoing shift in viewership from traditional television to streaming platforms. The scripted sector was particularly affected. Meanwhile, the head of France's National Cinema Center has voiced strong criticism over proposed cuts to EU subsidies, warning that such actions would weaken the industry at a time when it faces increasing competition for audience attention from digital platforms.