According to a new report by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, ABC’s beloved reality competition show, ‘Shark Tank’ is moving from L.A. to Atlanta to film their 18th season. The series, which began in 2009, “left the Sony Pictures lot in Culver City, California” and is heading to Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Why is ‘Shark Tank’ leaving L.A.?
The biggest reason is probably due to California’s tax credit system, which favors “scripted shows and recently added incentives for animated series and higher-budget competition shows,” but not traditional game shows like ‘Shark Tank.’
When will ‘Shark Tank’ begin filming in Atlanta?
The AJC reports that filming for season 18 will begin at Tyler Perry Studios in June of 2026, according “to a source connected to the series who wasn’t officially authorized to provide the information.”
What is ‘Shark Tank’?
And if you’re not positive what ‘Shark Tank’ is… let us help ya out.
‘Shark Tank’ is a reality show where entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a panel of ‘Sharks’ or, investors, hoping to win funding, guidance, and “a life-changing deal.” (According to IMDb.)
Shark Tank products range from snacks to crafts to products to cat litter and beyond. Basically, if you can think of it, there’s probably been a pitch for it! (And if not… get on the show ASAP!)
See you in Atlanta, Sharks! Stay tuned for any filming updates we have, too.