https://townhall.com/tipsheet/amy-curtis/2026/01/20/california-losing-movie-industry-billions-to-other-states-n2669765
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California saw 20% fewer movie and TV projects filming last year, while spending on those productions fell 22% year-over-year, according to The Hollywood Reporter, citing a report from industry tracker ProdPro for the fourth quarter of 2025.."
But Hollywood still loves filming in California . Until they don't anymore.