Overview

• President Trump has proposed a 100% tariff on films produced outside the U.S., citing national security concerns over 'runaway productions.'
• The White House clarified that no final decisions have been made on the tariff's implementation, leaving the entertainment industry seeking clarity.
• Trump assured that the James Bond franchise will not be impacted, highlighting its informal exemption during ongoing discussions about the policy's scope.
• A new trade agreement with the UK exempts British goods from tariffs but leaves film-related levies subject to separate negotiations.
• Key questions remain about how the tariffs would apply to streaming platforms, co-productions, and hybrid U.S.-foreign projects, fueling industry uncertainty.