Instagram/J.J. Abrams Celebrity Bad Robot scales back, moves to NY after decades in LA. J.J. Abrams' company faces setbacks as key DC and horror projects stall or cancel. April 10, 2026 AceShowbiz - J.J. Abrams' production company, Bad Robot, is undergoing significant changes as it scales back its operations and relocates from Los Angeles and Santa Monica to New York after over two decades. This shift comes amid a challenging period for Bad Robot, which has seen several high-profile projects either stalled or canceled.