A new ProdPro report has confirmed what many in the industry feared: studio executives are increasingly choosing to film outside of the United States. According to a survey of more than 150 executives, the top five most preferred production locations are Toronto, the U.K., Vancouver, Central Europe, and Australia. The highest-ranking U.S. location—California—came in sixth, […]
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New York’s production landscape is getting a major upgrade as Sunset Pier 94 Studios officially breaks ground in Hell’s Kitchen. Located off 52nd Street, this state-of-the-art 200,000-square-foot facility will deliver six purpose-built soundstages, modern office space, and dedicated park and event areas—a first of its kind for Manhattan. Backed by Vornado Realty Trust, Hudson Pacific […]
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Australia continues to cement its status as a global production powerhouse, with Netflix’s upcoming thriller Apex choosing New South Wales as its primary filming location. The high-stakes thriller, starring Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Eric Bana, is expected to generate over 460 local jobs and pump $56.5 million into the state’s economy. With filming set […]
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London just got a major upgrade in its production landscape with the grand opening of Eastbrook Studios, one of the city’s largest film and TV studio complex. Spanning 21.5 acres, the brand-new facility delivers 12 state-of-the-art soundstages, ranging from 16,000 to 32,000 square feet, with 50-foot clear heights and interconnecting walls for seamless production flexibility. […]
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Hungary has long been a major player in global cinema, but with the expansion of the National Film Institute’s studio complex in Fót, the country is doubling down on its position as a premier filmmaking destination. At the grand opening, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reflected on Hungary’s deep cinematic roots, emphasizing the nation’s early contributions […]
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Irving, Texas, is positioning itself to join the growing list of cities capitalizing on the Media Production Development Zone (MPDZ) Act, a strategic initiative to drive film and television production through tax exemptions. This designation, established in 2009 and administered by the Texas Film Commission, allows for sales and use tax exemptions to develop, maintain, […]
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Los Angeles, CA — Stagerunner, the fast-growing global soundstage marketplace and production news platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Cheddar to produce and distribute exclusive Entertainment Business News content. The partnership represents a significant step for Stagerunner, which has quickly become the leader in breaking production news content across social platforms. With a daily […]
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A clash between private business and government interests is unfolding in Monmouth County, New Jersey, where the owner of Monmouth Executive Airport alleges an ambitious Netflix studio project is driving officials to seize his property. Alan Antaki, the airport’s owner since 2013, has faced multiple purchase offers over the years but has repeatedly refused to […]
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As production numbers dwindle and competition intensifies, New York is stepping up its game to reclaim its position as a top-tier destination for film and television production. Governor Kathy Hochul announced a robust expansion of the state’s film and TV tax incentive program, designed to attract big-budget productions and support independent filmmakers, while giving New […]
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Los Angeles, CA — Netflix is determined to minimize disruptions to its Los Angeles-based productions in the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged areas like Pacific Palisades, Altadena, and Malibu. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos emphasized the streaming giant’s commitment to supporting the city’s creative workforce during a turbulent time for Hollywood, following years of […]
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