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LA Film Production Plummets 16.1% Amid Industry Struggles

1/16/2026

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Film production in Los Angeles declined in 2025, with total shoot days down 16.1% to 19,694, the lowest since 2020.
The fourth quarter rose 5.6% to 4,625 shoot days, yet 2025 remains 21% below the prior year.
Declines stem from the pandemic, writers' and actors' strikes, and competition from other states.
California's expanded film tax credit has incentivized over 100 projects, but many have not yet begun filming.

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Story summary

Film production in Los Angeles declined in 2025, with total shoot days down 16.1% to 19,694, the lowest since 2020.
The fourth quarter rose 5.6% to 4,625 shoot days, yet 2025 remains 21% below the prior year.
Declines stem from the pandemic, writers' and actors' strikes, and competition from other states.
California's expanded film tax credit has incentivized over 100 projects, but many have not yet begun filming.