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Grey's Spinoff Flees California for New Mexico
6 Nov
Summary
- Grey's Anatomy spinoff filming location shifted from California to New Mexico.
- California's tax credit system denied the production twice.
- The series premiere has been postponed to the 2027-28 season.
The Grey's Anatomy franchise is shifting production for its upcoming spinoff from California to Albuquerque, New Mexico, marking a first in its 23-year history. The move stems from repeated rejections of the production's applications for California tax credits.
This setback has led to the series premiere being postponed from midseason 2027 to the 2027-28 television season. Shondaland executive Betsy Beers highlighted the unpredictability of California's tax credit system, noting that the production was denied based on insufficient job creation despite a long history with the state.
The spinoff, described as an edgy drama about a rural West Texas medical center, is now in pre-production in Albuquerque. Beers advocated for a review of the tax credit criteria and an increase in available funding, emphasizing the importance of supporting long-running shows for crew stability.
Recent developments include California Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal to raise the state's Film & TV Tax Credit program to $1 billion annually. Additionally, Los Angeles has elected a new mayor who has pledged to prioritize the entertainment industry and review filming policies.
