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Production in Hollywood plunges to historic lows as nearly half of U.S. projects move abroad 5 AUG 2025

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Production in Hollywood plunges to historic lows as nearly half of U.S. projects move abroad

In Q1 2025, only 24 of 87 U.S. scripted projects filmed partly in Los Angeles, while U.S.-produced series premieres fell 27% year over year and 42% versus 2022, according to Luminate.
Production decreased in Hollywood, but creative industry cheers increased state funding 23 JUL 2025

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Production decreased in Hollywood, but creative industry cheers increased state funding

The increase in local television production can be attributed to gains for TV Dramas (up 9.5 percent) and TV Reality (up 29.5 percent). In fact, TV Dramas with 782 SD posted their highest observed levels since pre-strike period Q4 2022 (with 1,155 SD).
Legendary explores acquisition of Lionsgate Studios in a billion-dollar deal 14 JUL 2025

Deals

Legendary explores acquisition of Lionsgate Studios in a billion-dollar deal

Talks signal further consolidation in Hollywood as Legendary evaluates Lionsgate’s studio assets amid divestiture plans.
Hollywood rethinks franchise strategy to combat audience fatigue and reignite growth 10 JUL 2025

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Hollywood rethinks franchise strategy to combat audience fatigue and reignite growth

With streaming churn at 47% and only 29% of viewers sticking with most franchises, studios face mounting pressure to innovate content pipelines and deepen fan engagement, according to Hub Entertainment Research.
Hollywood faces turmoil as Trump proposes 100% tariff on foreign-made films 6 MAY 2025

Production

Hollywood faces turmoil as Trump proposes 100% tariff on foreign-made films

Major players including Disney, Netflix, and Lionsgate have denounced the policy and signaled an intention to challenge it, both politically and operationally. Internationally, the proposal has raised concerns among U.S. allies who fear economic repercussions and potential job losses in their domestic film industries.