postproduction

noun

post·​pro·​duc·​tion ˌpōs(t)-prə-ˈdək-shən How to pronounce postproduction (audio)
ˈpōs(t)-prə-ˌdək-, 
-prō-
: the period following filming or taping in which a movie or television show is readied for public presentation

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The current version of the film and TV tax incentive program applies to postproduction, but only if 75% of filming or the overall budget is spent in the state. — Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026 After a bit of shopping, Neon grabbed Artificial, which was still in postproduction as of just a few weeks ago. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026 If Governor Gavin Newsom decides to sign a bill attempting to lure more postproduction work to California, $10 million has been earmarked to launch the effort, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2026 The film is currently in postproduction, with distribution and release details still to come. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for postproduction

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of postproduction was in 1953

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“Postproduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/postproduction. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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