Louisiana (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film
Released in 1947, Louisiana is a drama film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 85 minutes. “Truth is Stranger Than Fiction!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Louisiana is a 1947 American film directed by Phil Karlson. It starred Jimmie Davis and was about his life. Davis came to Karlson, wanting to be in movies and Monogram Pictures agreed to finance one based on his life. Karlson says the film helped Davis get re-elected.
Who’s in it. Louisiana stars Jimmie Davis as Jimmie Davis, Margaret Lindsay as Alvern Adams, John Gallaudet as Charlie Mitchell and Freddie Stewart as Freddie Stewart, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Louisiana page.
If you liked it. Fans of Louisiana tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Louisiana (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Louisiana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Louisiana?
- Louisiana stars Jimmie Davis, Margaret Lindsay, John Gallaudet, Freddie Stewart and Dottye Brown.
- When was Louisiana released?
- Louisiana was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.