# Massachusetts Doubles Film Tax Credits | Boston News

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Podcast: [Boston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7485239)
Published: 2026-09-18T16:22:55+00:00
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Massachusetts is dishing out record-breaking cash to film and TV, handing over $47 million in tax credits — more than double last year’s total — as productions rebound from Hollywood strikes. Big winners include the Stephen King adaptation “Salem’s Lot” ($13.5M) and the crime drama “Boston Strangler” ($11M), both filmed before the data hit. While Emmy-winning “Widow’s Bay” may not yet show its full credit impact, state numbers are preliminary and could climb. Officials aim to lure more shoots by making the program permanent and removing caps, hoping to boost local jobs — though critics question cost efficiency, citing up to $100K per job. New rules under discussion include mandatory shout-outs to Massachusetts and extended payroll credit windows. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/09/18/metro/massachusetts-film-tax-credit-2025/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1cbaf255b4776125 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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