SAG-AFTRA Strike Ends After 118 Days as Actors Return to Hollywood Sets

The SAG-AFTRA strike has officially ended after 118 days, following ratification of a new contract by union members that delivers wage increases and new protections around artificial intelligence. With the agreement in place, actors can return to work and Hollywood productions are expected to resume at full capacity.

The end of the walkout marks a major turning point for the entertainment industry, which had faced widespread delays and disruptions across film and television projects. Major studios including Warner Bros. and Disney are among those affected by the shutdown, and the resolution is expected to help restart stalled productions and ease pressure on release schedules.

Union leaders and performers have described the deal as a significant victory for actors, particularly because of the safeguards addressing AI use in the industry. SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher celebrated the outcome, calling it a win for performers after months of negotiations and picketing.

The strike, which began amid broader labor tensions in Hollywood, had brought much of the industry to a standstill. With the contract now approved, cast and crew members are preparing to return to sets as studios move to restart production.