5 Must-See Star-Studded Movies Filmed in the Birmingham Area

When a movie production comes to town, excitement spreads throughout Alabama. Fans eagerly start celebrity spotting, hoping to catch a glimpse of stars while they work on set. Some locals befriend crew members, appear as extras, work behind the scenes, or engage in wild social media speculation.

However, the excitement wanes once filming wraps and the celebrities leave, and the waiting game begins. It can take months or even years for a movie to be released in theaters or on streaming platforms.

At AL.com, we’ve been tracking news on five high-profile projects filmed in the Birmingham area during 2023 and early 2024. Here’s the latest on these movies, and — spoiler alert! — only one has a confirmed release date.