Netflix Production Shifted to San Francisco
Mayor Daniel Lurie welcomed a major television production that moved from Los Angeles to the city this fall.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Remote Work
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The third season of the Netflix series A Man on the Inside has relocated its production from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Mayor Daniel Lurie visited the set at the Legion of Honor to mark the project's arrival.
Why it matters
The production move follows the passage of local film incentive legislation signed by Mayor Lurie earlier this year. This policy aims to boost the local economy by attracting large-scale film and television projects to the city.
The production is currently filming in San Francisco for a total of 28 days. The project is supporting the local economy by employing 248 local crew members.
The players
Daniel Lurie
He is the Mayor of San Francisco who is actively promoting local film production as an economic driver for the city.
Netflix
This is a global streaming service that produces original content, including the series A Man on the Inside.
The details
Mayor Daniel Lurie toured the production set at the Legion of Honor, highlighting the city's efforts to host high-profile media projects. The move was facilitated by the Scene in San Francisco film incentive program, which the Mayor bolstered through legislation in February 2026.
Timeline
February 2026: Mayor Lurie signed legislation to strengthen film incentives.
October 7, 2026: Mayor Lurie visited the series set at the Legion of Honor.
October 8, 2026: The Mayor shared an Instagram reel documenting the set visit.
Market Landscape
This production move reflects a growing trend of major studios shifting operations to cities with aggressive financial incentive programs. By competing with established hubs like Los Angeles, San Francisco is positioning itself to capture a larger share of the entertainment industry market.
Residents may see increased activity at various filming locations throughout the city during the 28-day production window. These productions can lead to temporary road closures and parking adjustments in affected neighborhoods.
The takeaway
Cities increasingly rely on targeted tax incentives to lure high-value production companies and their associated technical crews. These investments can provide a short-term economic lift and job opportunities for local industry workers.
Further reading
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