Fort Worth is experiencing a significant transformation into a production hub, with the recent implementation of Senate Bill 22. This legislation, effective September 1, 2025, allocates approximately $1.5 billion over a decade to attract film and television projects to Texas.
Productions that hire local crews and primarily film in the state can receive rebates of up to 31 percent on their expenditures, aiming to compete with established markets like Georgia and California.
The impact is particularly evident in Fort Worth, where five series produced by Taylor Sheridan are currently in production, including the second season of "Landman" and the special-operations drama "Lioness." The second season of "Landman" alone has created over 3,850 jobs, according to Taylor Hardy, the head of the Fort Worth Film Commission.
Since 2015, the cumulative economic impact of film production in the city has exceeded $700 million.
Mayor Mattie Parker and other local officials have actively supported the incentive in Austin, emphasizing the importance of making Fort Worth synonymous with various industries. Recent productions, such as the "Yellowstone" sequel and "Frisco King," have showcased the extensive reach of film work across North Texas, further solidifying the region's status as a burgeoning production center.
The new law provides a stable foundation for future growth in the industry, allowing production companies to invest long-term in the area.
Plano is about 24 miles south of Anna.
