Did you know that Shreveport, Louisiana is a prominent location for filming movies? It’s true! According to a Shreveport Times article (among other sources), our beautiful Southern city has even been named “Hollywood South” for its popularity as a filming location.1 As a result, if you’re a filmmaker looking to stay in temporary housing while you work on a movie, check out our Shreveport LA rentals. Or, even if you’re staying in the area short-term for other work, read on to learn which movies have roots here in Louisiana!
Fun Film Facts about Shreveport-Bossier City
There’s a good reason why Shreveport has made a name for itself as an ideal spot for filming. That’s because Louisiana’s moderate temperatures mean the cameras can keep rolling well into the winter months. In addition, check out the Louisiana Entertainment website for additional contact information and resources specific to producers.
But what if you’re only an amateur movie buff and want to get in on the fun? There’s plenty of excitement in that department as well. Interested in being an extra in a movie? Keep your ear to the ground and do a Google search for “shreveport movie extra casting call” to see if there are any upcoming filming dates.
Armchair enthusiasts have a whole list of movies to choose from if they want to see Shreveport on the big screen.
Olympus Has Fallen and Snitch, both 2013 movies, feature scenes with the downtown skyline. The True Blood TV show includes some buildings from the area. South Highlands is well-documented on films such as Premonition with Sandra Bullock and Mad Money. For more movies, take a look at this list on IMDB.
Shooting a Movie in Louisiana? Stay in our Shreveport LA Rentals!
Production companies looking for a quiet, comfortable short term rental for their staff team will welcome the opportunity to stay at our fully furnished temporary housing. Each of our Shreveport LA rentals comes with an equipped kitchen area with pots & pans, full-sized fridge, stove, microwave and more. Our owner, Debi, also has ensured that her houses for rent are clean and include washer and dryer units in each. Give Debi a call at 318-548-6156 or use our online form to Contact us.
Or, if you’re looking for corporate housing, travel nurse housing, temporary housing for construction workers or Barksdale AFB housing, you’ve come to the right place. Reach out to us before we’re all booked up!
Sources: https://thecinemaholic.com/where-was-premonition-filmed/, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0844441/locations?ref_=tt_dt_loc, https://www.arklatexhomepage.com/news/local-news/shreveport-city-council-approves-3-8m-purchase-of-millennium-studios/, https://710keel.com/25-most-popular-movies-that-filmed-in-shreveport/, https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/entertainment/2020/05/04/10-movies-filmed-shreveport-bossier-stream-online/3077730001/, https://www.imdb.com/search/title/?locations=Shreveport,%20Louisiana,%20USA, https://www.theadvertiser.com/story/news/local/louisiana/2015/11/15/hollywood-south-northwest-louisiana/75838850/, (1) https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/entertainment/2015/11/12/hollywood-south-northwest-louisiana/75085398/
