The turnover of the Czech audiovisual industry increased by 14.5% in 2025 to 11.3 billion crowns, driven primarily by a rise in foreign production and advertising revenue. Domestic film and series production grew modestly, while the association of producers highlighted concerns over the suspension of new applications for the incentive system and uncertainty around funding for Czech Television. The head of the association emphasized the need for reforming the State Audiovisual Fund to stabilize incentives and support local content creation. He warned that proposed legislative changes could reduce state funding for Czech Television by up to two billion crowns, threatening investment in domestic film and television production.
Bias read (Center): The article presents balanced reporting on the growth of the Czech audiovisual industry and the challenges facing the sector, including both positive developments and concerns raised by industry leaders. While there is some emphasis on potential negative impacts of proposed legislation, the overall






