CBS Executives Discuss Expanding Show Production in Los Angeles Amid Declining Filming
CBS executives expressed interest in filming more shows in Los Angeles during a briefing for the 2026-2027 primetime lineup. They highlighted the need for policy changes, including federal tax credits and expansions to California's film incentives. Current shows like Matlock, NCIS, and NCIS: Origins are filmed in Southern California, with a potential new series also planned for the area.
The Hollywood ReporterCBS currently films three shows in Southern California: Matlock, NCIS, and NCIS: Origins. Network executives stated during a Wednesday press briefing for the 2026-2027 primetime lineup that they would like to produce more shows in the Los Angeles area. They noted a major decline in production work in Los Angeles over recent years.
Executives were asked what changes would enable more filming in Los Angeles. They said that if a show in development starring Matt LeBlanc, titled Flint, is ordered to series, it would be shot in Los Angeles. However, decisions on filming locations depend on studio budgets.
Policy Changes Sought Executives indicated that a federal tax credit and enhancements to California's existing film and television tax incentive program would facilitate additional productions.
They emphasized finding the right financial model for each show to make Los Angeles filming viable when possible.
Story Timeline
4 events- 2026-04-15
CBS executives discussed expanding Los Angeles production during 2026-2027 lineup briefing.
1 sourceThe Hollywood Reporter - Q1 2026
California filming days declined 14 percent while spending rose 2 percent, per ProdPro.
1 sourceThe Hollywood Reporter - Q4 2025
On-location TV shoot days in Los Angeles dropped nearly 22 percent, per FilmLA.
1 sourceThe Hollywood Reporter - 2023-2024
Scripted TV shoot days on Los Angeles soundstages fell 23 percent, per FilmLA.
1 sourceThe Hollywood Reporter
Potential Impact
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Continued decline may reduce local jobs in California's production sector.
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Enhanced tax credits could increase CBS show filming in Los Angeles.
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Policy changes might attract more studios to film in the state.
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Spending uptick could offset some filming day losses in 2026.
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