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California Film Tax Credits Boost Industry

Updated 2026-07-07 18:25 UTC 1 source Positive

Governor Gavin Newsom celebrated the success of California’s film and TV tax credits program, which has attracted major productions like Disney's Shrek prequel and Ben Affleck’s upcoming flick. The incentives are expected to continue driving investment in the state.

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Big Money! Jobs! Newsom Boasts Big Bucks Film/TV Tax Credits “Delivering Results”; Eddie Murphy’s ‘Donkey,’ Disney & Ben Affleck Flicks Get Incentives

Gavin Newsom is taking a victory lap today on the first anniversary of California’s film and TV tax credits program being jacked up to $750 million, and the potential presidential contender has Disney, a Shrek prequel, and Ben Affleck along for the ride. Along with an untitled Pixar project, t

2026-07-07 18:10 UTC