Film and television production is an important driver of American jobs and economic activity, supporting workers and businesses far beyond the screen. But as more countries offer incentives to attract productions, the United States faces growing competition for projects that could otherwise be filmed at home.
A study from the Motion Picture Association examines how a federal production incentive could help reverse that trend. The study estimates the economic benefits of restoring the U.S. share of global film and TV production to its historic high of 65%, up from approximately 45.5% today.
$249.1B
Potential additional contribution to the U.S. economy
A federal production incentive could generate nearly $250 billion in additional gross value added to the U.S. economy between 2027 and 2035. The projected benefits would extend beyond film and TV sets to the businesses and communities that support production nationwide.
143,500
Additional jobs supported annually
Increasing domestic film and TV production could support an average of 143,500 additional full-time equivalent jobs each year. These opportunities would extend beyond actors and production crews to construction workers, electricians, drivers, caterers and other professionals who help bring productions to life.
$133.1B
Potential increase in labor income
More film and television production in the United States could generate $133.1 billion in additional labor income between 2027 and 2035. These earnings would support American workers across the industry and the broader network of businesses involved in production.
Source: Motion Picture Association & Olsberg SPI
