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TV, movie writers strike for 1st time in 15 years

By WPXI.com News Staff

The last writer's strike took place in 2008. In this file photo, Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (D-CA) joins striking writers at Fox Studios on February 5, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images)

By WPXI.com News Staff

Television and movie writers are on strike for the first time in 15 years.

The Writers Guild of America said its 11,500 screenwriters will head to the picket lines Tuesday. Depending on how long the strike lasts, the production of film and TV could be affected.

Streaming has expanded the number of series and movies, which means there are more writing jobs, but members say they are making less money and working under more stressful conditions.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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