Casting Call for Viola Davis Movie Filming in Baton Rouge

BATON ROUGE, La. (KMDL-FM) - A new feature film starring Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis is preparing to film in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and you have a chance be in this movie as a paid background actor.

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Baton Rouge Production Scheduled for Spring 2026

A casting call has been announced for people interested in becoming paid background actors in the upcoming movie Ally Clark, which will begin filming in Baton Rouge later this spring according to WAFB.com.

Filming for Ally Clark is expected to take place at Celtic Studios between April 6 and June 1, 2026, according to reports.

What kind of movie is it?

From WAFB.com -

The conspiracy thriller follows investigator Ally Clark as she looks into the suspicious death of a close friend. The plot takes her to Alaska, Washington, D.C., and the bayous of Louisiana.

The movie is being directed by Phillip Noyce, known for directing films such as Salt, The Bone Collector, and the Jack Ryan franchise starring Harrison Ford.

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How To Apply To Be A Background Actor

People interested in appearing in the film can apply through Caballero Casting, LLC, which is handling background roles for the Baton Rouge production.

Applicants must send an email application to clarkbrbg@caballerocasting.com with the subject line “General BG.” Required information typically includes:

1 - Full name
2 - Age
3 - Contact phone number
4 - Height and weight
5 - Additional basic personal details

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You must also include recent photos with your submission. Photos should be taken recently and should not include hats, sunglasses, filters, or other people in the image. The casting company also advises applicants not to send AI-generated or heavily edited photos, since producers want an accurate look at potential background actors.

If you've ever wanted to be in a movie, this casting call may offer a rare chance to share the screen with one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors.