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Creative BC insights show that 2022 production spending by film and television projects in B.C. is over the estimated $3.6B mark in B.C.
Creative BC insights show that 2022 production spending by film and television projects in B.C. is over the estimated $3.6B mark in B.C. These figures are steady with, if slightly above, 2021 numbers for original film and television production activity.
British Columbia’s reputation for attracting internationally acclaimed productions remains strong, with several highly anticipated foreign productions choosing to film in the province in 2022. Among them include the Emmy-nominated Showtime series “Yellowjackets” which is currently competing for top ratings for its season two premiere, season 1 of AppleTV+’s “Pachinko” was released to critical acclaim for its cast and locations, Disney+ filmed PETER PAN & WENDY, Point Grey Pictures and Lionsgate filmed JOYRIDE which went on to have its world premiere at SXSW, and THE ADAM PROJECT starring Ryan Reynolds was watched by over 3M US households in its first streaming weekend on Netflix.
Domestic production also continues to impress audiences the world over including the B.C.-made IP for CBC/Netflix’s “Fakes” (supported via Creative BC’s Project Development Fund), Global TV’s “Family Law”, BONES OF CROWS, and RICEBOY SLEEPS.
See more highlights and learn about motion picture production in British Columbia:
• 2022 Film and TV Production Statistics (NEW REPORT! reflects production level estimates for the last 3 calendar years based on Creative BC motion picture tax credit applications data)
Learn more:
Motion Picture Tax Credit Reports
• 2022 Film and TV Production Statistics (early production level estimates for the last 3 calendar years based on insights from Creative BC motion picture tax credit applications data)
• 2022/23 Motion Picture Tax Credit Certification Activity (administration activity reflecting tax credit certification processing activities during the fiscal year)
British Columbia’s Motion Picture Industry Connect motion picture tax credit report insights with additional complimentary measures including:
• Creative BC’s CIERA™ measurement tool
• Canadian Media Producers Association’s Profile Report
• Vancouver Economic Commission annual statistics
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