Los Angeles film production plummeted 22% in the first quarter of 2024, according to FilmLA. TV show filming dropped 30% compared to last year and nearly 50% from the five-year average, with a record low of 13 TV pilots. This decline, attributed to reduced studio spending and competition from other regions, impacts industry workers significantly. California lawmakers propose expanding film subsidies to attract more productions, including shorter TV shows and sitcoms.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.