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Maximizing Illinois’ Film Tax Credit: Key Takeaways from Master Series Panel
Industry leaders Eoin Egan, Dana Scott and Richard S. Lederer join EP's Joe Chianese to discuss the 'game changing' incentive overhaul in Illinois. With the launch of the newly enhanced Illinois Film Tax Credit, the Prairie State has emerged as a film and television power player—equipped with state-of-the-art…
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California Film Tax Credit 4.0 – Spring 2026 Application Window Opens March 2
Film and TV producers, the next windows for CA tax credit applications open in March and April. California remains a premiere global destination for film and television production, and with the recent launch of Program 4.0, the state has reinforced its commitment to retaining and attracting top-tier projects. For…
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WATCH NOW: How to Maximize the 55% Stackable Illinois Film Tax Credit
Learn why major productions are choosing to film in Illinois - and what the 2038 program extensions means for you. https://play.vidyard.com/hyL1FnYwmGSSnfR2HGkSTs.html? The Illinois film incentive just underwent its most significant update in years! With the new 55% stackable tax credit and program extension through 2038,…
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Today's Senate Hearing on the Netflix-Warner Deal w/Ted Sarandos and Warner's CRO Bruce Campbell
Informative, fascinating, occasionally infuriating video from today's Senate Judiciary Hearing on the Netflix-Warner deal. Senator Hawley seems to be there to insist that Netflix should represent his own values and bummed he has to monitor what his kids watch on Netflix. Ted Cruz there to get a soundbite. Biggest universal…
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The first of our Movie Magic Training courses starts on the 11th of March!
Fast track training for Television and Film Crews! Bursaries available from ScreenSkills! Approved by Entertainment Partners! Go and Book now! Entertainment Partners' industry-leading Movie Magic Budgeting 10 software is essential for anyone working in film and television production. This course will introduce you to…
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Global Film & TV Production Incentive Updates: January 2026
From the Illinois tax credit overhaul to VFX incentives in the UK and Ireland, learn how jurisdictions across the globe are redefining their programs to capture the next wave of production spending. With 2025 behind us and 2026 ahead, the international production landscape continues to shift rapidly. From a massive…
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Hollywood in the Midwest: What Illinois’ Expanded Film Tax Credit Program Means for Productions
Learn why the newly expanded Film Production Tax Credit establishes Illinois as one of the most competitive production destinations in North America. Illinois has long been a cornerstone of American cinema, dating back to the early 1900s when Chicago housed more film production companies than any other city—even before…
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🚨 NY Filmmakers - Applications for the independent film tax credit are still open!
New York-based independent film producers, don't miss the window to submit your incentive application – open now till April 30. The New York State Independent Film Tax Credit Program opened its first 2026 application window on January 12, offering $100 million in annual funding for eligible independent film productions…