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‘Clueless’ Sequel and ‘Rockford Files’ Reboot Among TV Projects Awarded California Tax Credits

The “Clueless” sequel series and “The Rockford Files” reboot are among nine new television productions awarded tax credits from the state of California’s Film and Television Tax Credit Program. According to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office, the productions will generate a combined $608 million in direct production spending across the Golden State, accounting for 1,014 filming […]

‘Clueless’ Sequel and ‘Rockford Files’ Reboot Among TV Projects Awarded California Tax Credits

Nine TV projects have been awarded tax incentives by California, including the upcoming sequel series for "Clueless" and the reboot of "The Rockford Files". "Clueless" star Alicia Silverstone will reprise her role as Cher Horowitz for the new series produced by CBS Studios and Paramount+. The estimated tax credit for the update is $16 million, with Silverstone expressing gratitude for the project remaining in Los Angeles.

CBS Studios president David Stapf highlighted the city's long-standing presence in the industry and the state's commitment to supporting it. David Boreanaz will play Jim Rockford in the Universal Television production, which received $21 million in tax credits, praising California's iconic status. Additionally, Jamie Lee Curtis' new series "Newlyweds" and Viola Davis-led "Ascent" were awarded $5.8 million and $21 million in tax credits, respectively.

The nine productions are expected to generate a combined $608 million in direct production spending across California, creating 1,014 filming days and 3,000 jobs. Governor Gavin Newsom emphasized the state's role as a pioneer in film and television production, with year two of the expanded tax credit program exceeding expectations and generating billions in economic activity.

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