California Approves 38 New Film & TV Projects Including ‘Simpsons’ and ‘Phineas and Ferb’ Movies for Tax Credits

The California Film Commission has selected 38 additional film and television projects for production in the Golden State, all eligible for tax incentives under the recently expanded program. Among the approved projects are Disney’s upcoming feature films for the animated series ‘The Simpsons’ and ‘Phineas and Ferb’.

These projects qualify for tax credits through the program’s recent expansion, which now includes animated productions alongside other eligible formats. The approved slate features ‘The Simpsons Movie 2’, slated for a 2027 theatrical release, and the ‘Phineas and Ferb’ series in development for Disney+. Additionally, an untitled project from DreamWorks Animation has also been approved for incentives.

California Film Commission Celebrates Program Milestone

“This round marks a truly exciting milestone for our program. For the first time, we’re welcoming animated feature films from powerhouses DreamWorks Animation and Walt Disney, alongside a strong slate of big budget features and independent productions, that bring fresh voices and original storytelling to the screen,” said Colleen Bell, director of the California Film Commission.

“With more than 45% of filming days taking place outside the traditional studio zone, we’re seeing the real-world economic impact of this program reach communities across the entire state. That’s what this program is about: creating good-paying jobs and supporting local businesses, while bolstering California’s creative economy in regions across the state,” Bell added.

Additional Projects Approved in Latest Round

Other projects approved in this round include an untitled Paramount crime thriller, the dark comedy ‘Self-Help’ starring Kirsten Dunst and produced by Will Ferrell, ‘Black is Blue’ from Laverne Cox, and ‘The Renewal’ from producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck.

Economic Impact and Job Creation

Since state lawmakers raised the tax program’s cap from $330 million to $750 million—a 53% year-over-year increase—the California Film Commission has approved 147 film and television projects. These projects are projected to bring 21,509 entertainment jobs to California and generate $5.5 billion in total economic activity.

Among the 38 new projects alone, 1,019 shoot days are expected to be added, with 463 of those shoot days occurring outside Los Angeles in counties including Humboldt, Inyo, Kern, Mendocino, Nevada, San Francisco, San Diego, Marin, and Ventura.