American Game Shows Filmed in Ireland

SOURCE www.telegraph.co.uk
American game shows hosted by Rob Lowe and Jamie Foxx are actually filmed near Dublin, Ireland to take advantage of tax breaks and cost savings. Irish producer Shane Byrne has successfully attracted big productions to film in Ireland due to lower costs and talented crews.

Key Points

  • Filming game shows in Ireland can save producers up to 25% of the cost compared to California
  • Irish producer Shane Byrne has successfully attracted big American productions to film in Ireland
  • American shows filmed in Ireland maintain high production quality to appeal to American audiences

Pros

  • Cost savings due to tax breaks in Ireland
  • Talented Irish crews reducing production costs for American shows

Cons

  • American talent and crew have to travel to Ireland for filming