On May 4, 2025, President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States. He stated that foreign incentives are luring filmmakers away from the U.S., causing the domestic movie industry to decline rapidly. Trump labeled this trend a national security threat and authorized the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to initiate the tariff process.
The implementation details of the proposed tariff remain unclear, particularly regarding its application to streaming services and co-productions. Industry leaders and international partners have expressed concern over the potential impact on global film production and distribution.
