A Spike in L.A. Production Following Strike Resolution, Yet Struggles Remain
Los Angeles film and TV production rebounds from last year’s strikes. Total location shoot days increased to 6,823 in the first quarter of 2024, up 23%.
Production levels were declining even before the strikes. Although the strikes have been over for five months, the return to work has been gradual.
FilmLA issues permits for location shoots across the Los Angeles area. The data does not include production on soundstages but is considered a reliable indicator of overall production trends.
The overall data covers all types of production, including commercials, reality TV, scripted shows, feature films, documentaries, and music videos. The agency also provides a detailed breakdown by production type.
Sokoloski said the strike is one factor among many in the general decline in production. The agency has also heard that a lot of commercial production has relocated to other parts of the country or overseas.
