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California Film Industry Declines as Rivals Surge Ahead

1/20/2026

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California's film and television industry saw a 20% drop in projects and a 22% decline in spending.
Gavin Newsom, California Governor, aims to raise incentives from $330 million to $750 million annually.
New Jersey reports a 75% rise in filming and a 12% spending increase, with New York spending $1.07 billion.
Illinois also shows substantial gains, signaling a broader shift away from California's dominance.

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Story summary

California's film and television industry saw a 20% drop in projects and a 22% decline in spending.
Gavin Newsom, California Governor, aims to raise incentives from $330 million to $750 million annually.
New Jersey reports a 75% rise in filming and a 12% spending increase, with New York spending $1.07 billion.
Illinois also shows substantial gains, signaling a broader shift away from California's dominance.