# Paramount's California Exit Would Devastate Los Angeles Economy, Leaked Report Says

A leaked report finds that Paramount leaving California would severely damage Los Angeles' economy. The departure could reduce jobs, tax revenue, and production spending across the region. It highlights growing concerns that film and TV production is shifting away from Hollywood.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/paramount-leaving-california-los-angeles-economy-job-loss-1236860125/) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:41:31 +0000