President Donald Trump announced on September 29, 2025, via Truth Social that he is directing the Commerce Department to impose a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the United States, reviving a threat from May 2025.
The move targets what Trump described as foreign countries stealing the U.S. movie business, with specific criticism of California under Governor Gavin Newsom.
Enforcement challenges include digital distribution methods and First Amendment protections, potentially raising costs for consumers and disrupting global film production.
