Trump renews threat of imposing steep tariffs on films made outside the US
US President Donald Trump has renewed his threat to impose a 100% tariff on all films made outside the United States, claiming that the American film industry has been “stolen” by foreign countries. He stated this move aims to solve a “long-time, never-ending problem,” specifically criticizing California’s weak leadership for its adverse impact on the industry.
Trump has not provided details on when the tariff will be enacted or how it would be practically implemented, especially given the complexities of modern film production, which often involves multiple countries.
The tariff threat includes all foreign-made movies, but it remains unclear if it would extend to streaming content or international co-productions. This move follows earlier tariff threats on pharmaceutical products, furniture, and trucks. Industry experts note that the US film sector is struggling post-pandemic with changes in consumer behavior and strikes, but implementing such tariffs would be challenging legally and practically due to the global nature of film production and distribution.
