50 Cent is officially pushing his long-talked-about Shreveport vision into high gear.
G-Unit Film & Television Louisiana, LLC has revealed plans to pour more than $124 million into a multi-phase project focused on developing three major entertainment venues across Northwest Louisiana — a move that could dramatically reposition downtown Shreveport within the film, TV, and live entertainment scene.
According to a press release, the plan centers on breathing new life into existing properties and bringing dormant facilities back into active use, while also expanding Louisiana’s capacity to host film, television, digital media productions, and large-scale live events.
An independent economic impact study commissioned by G-Unit estimates the project could deliver a massive $18.8 billion in long-term economic impact, support over 6,000 jobs statewide, and generate nearly $300 million in wages over the next 20 years.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry praised the announcement in a welcome video, calling the project another signal of the region’s growth and a reflection of his administration’s efforts to strengthen the state’s business environment.
The redevelopment will focus on three key locations in Shreveport. One phase includes renovating the former Stageworks facility to accommodate live events and production needs. G-Unit also plans to upgrade the former Millennium Studios campus, enhancing its capabilities for future film and television productions.
The final component involves building a dome-style immersive venue paired with a green space park — a setup aimed at boosting tourism and creating a go-to destination for major entertainment experiences. In a statement, 50 Cent described the initiative as the fulfillment of a promise he made to the city and state.
“This project is the realization of the long-term commitment I have made to the City of Shreveport and the State of Louisiana,” 50 said. He added that the effort is designed to create jobs, attract new productions, spark local energy, and give entertainment companies a real incentive to establish themselves in Northwest Louisiana.
He also doubled down on his broader mission to transform the area into a national hub for film, music, and live events, closing with his now-familiar mantra: “All Roads Lead to Shreveport.”
G-Unit Film & Television, which is fully owned by Jackson, has steadily expanded its footprint in the Shreveport-Bossier region as part of a wider push to grow Louisiana’s motion picture and entertainment infrastructure.
Louisiana Economic Development (LED) confirmed it has entered into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement connected to the project, making up to $50 million in performance-based funding available for qualifying infrastructure and modernization efforts across the three sites. The state noted that funding will be tied to benchmarks such as economic impact, completion of infrastructure upgrades, and collaboration with local businesses.
To manage the project and ensure oversight of state funds, the Shreveport Film & Entertainment Economic Development Corporation has been established, with a board that includes LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois and several appointees from Louisiana’s state leadership.
