Oscar Winner Viola Davis to Star in Movie Filming in Baton Rouge

The film 'Ally Clark' is in pre-production and will shoot in Louisiana's capital city until June.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 2:55pm

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Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis is set to star in and co-produce a new movie called 'Ally Clark' that will be filmed in part in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The film is being developed by Amazon MGM Studios, with Irwin Winkler as a producer and writer along with Jose Ruisanchez. The Baton Rouge Film Commission has confirmed the production will be in the city's capital until June.

Why it matters

The filming of 'Ally Clark' in Baton Rouge is a significant boost for the local film industry, as it brings high-profile talent and production resources to the area. It also highlights Louisiana's continued efforts to attract major film and television projects through competitive tax incentives and a growing pool of experienced crew members.

The details

According to reports, 'Ally Clark' follows an investigator named Ally Clark, played by Viola Davis, who embarks on an inquiry into an international conglomerate following the suspicious death of a close friend. The film is in pre-production, and the Baton Rouge Film Commission has confirmed the production will be in the city until June.

  • The film is currently in pre-production.
  • Filming for 'Ally Clark' will take place in Baton Rouge until June 2026.

The players

Viola Davis

An Oscar-winning actress who is starring in and co-producing the film 'Ally Clark'.

Irwin Winkler

A producer and writer on the 'Ally Clark' project.

Jose Ruisanchez

A writer on the 'Ally Clark' project.

Katie Pryor

The Executive Director of the Baton Rouge Film Commission, who confirmed the production will be filming in the city.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to have them.”

— Katie Pryor, Executive Director, Baton Rouge Film Commission (louisianafirstnews.com)

What’s next

The Baton Rouge Film Commission is working closely with the 'Ally Clark' production team to ensure a smooth filming process in the city until June 2026.

The takeaway

The filming of 'Ally Clark' in Baton Rouge is a significant win for the local film industry, as it brings high-profile talent and resources to the area. This project highlights Louisiana's continued efforts to attract major film and television productions through competitive incentives and a growing pool of experienced crew members.