Alexis Louder

Who Is Alexis Louder?

Alexis Louder is an American actress, writer, and director. She was born on August 24, 1991, in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been building a steady and impressive career in Hollywood since 2014.

She is best known for her lead role in Copshop (2021) and her standout performances in The Tomorrow War, Watchmen, and Amazon’s The Terminal List. Critics have called her performances “show-stealing” and “compelling.”

Early Life: Charlotte Roots and a Passion for Performance

Growing Up in Charlotte, North Carolina

Alexis Louder was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte is a vibrant city in the American South known for its arts community and cultural energy. This environment shaped Louder’s love of storytelling from a young age.

She was a senior in high school when she performed her first monologue in drama class. The performance did not go perfectly. However, she walked off the stage knowing exactly what she wanted to do with her life. She later recalled: “I’m pretty sure that performance was awful, but I got off the stage and thought, ‘I really have to get good at this because I’m pretty sure this is what I’m going to do.’”

Education: University of North Carolina at Charlotte

After high school, Alexis pursued her passion formally. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s College of Arts + Architecture in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre.

At UNC Charlotte, she played Nina in the production of Chekhov’s The Seagull — her first major leading role. The training she received there was serious and rigorous. She later described her professors as people who “took our career so seriously without taking it so seriously.”

Furthermore, her first paid acting job was at Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (CAST) in Charlotte, where she performed in Good People. Her professional journey had begun.

Moving to Atlanta: A New Chapter

After graduating in 2013, Alexis Louder moved to Atlanta, Georgia, to pursue her career in the entertainment industry. Atlanta has become one of the most active film and television production hubs in the United States. Because of this, moving there was a strategic and smart choice.

She found a strong creative community in Atlanta. She made friends and professional contacts that supported her growth as an actress. The city became her base as she worked her way from local stage productions to national television and major Hollywood films.

Career Highlights: From Supporting Roles to Leading Lady

Early Career: Theater and First Television Appearances (2014–2018)

Alexis began her career in theater. She then transitioned into television and film with small but meaningful roles.

Her film debut came in 2017 with Silence Her, where she played Riley “Yang” Jansen. Then in 2018, she appeared in one of the biggest films of the decade — Black Panther, the Marvel superhero blockbuster. She played Nigerian Woman #2 in Black Panther. Though the role was small, it placed her on one of Hollywood’s biggest stages.

During this period, she also guest-starred as Lisana in the fifth season of The Originals, the popular supernatural drama series. This television credit helped her build industry experience and visibility.

Watchmen (2019): A History-Making Role

In 2019, Alexis landed one of the most emotionally powerful roles of her career. She appeared in Watchmen as Ruth Williams, the late mother of Hooded Justice and great-grandmother of Sister Night.

Specifically, she portrayed Ruth Williams in the series’ haunting opening sequence. This sequence depicted the historical events of the 1921 Greenwood Massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was a moment of real historical weight.

She later described the experience: “Watchmen was very challenging.” The role required her to anchor an emotionally devastating scene with precision and grace. She did exactly that. She appeared in five episodes and left a lasting impression.

Harriet and Chicago P.D. (2019)

Also in 2019, Alexis appeared in Harriet — the acclaimed biographical film about abolitionist Harriet Tubman — playing a character named Jane. The film was critically celebrated and highlighted her commitment to meaningful, history-driven storytelling.

Additionally, she appeared in NBC’s Chicago P.D., one of the most-watched crime dramas on American television.

The Good Lord Bird (2020)

Alexis appeared in Showtime’s The Good Lord Bird, a critically acclaimed limited series. She featured in the episode “A Wicked Plot.” The Good Lord Bird is one of the highest-rated productions in her filmography, with an IMDb rating of 7.6.

The Tomorrow War (2021): A Major Action Blockbuster

In 2021, Alexis appeared in The Tomorrow War, the Amazon Prime Video science fiction action film starring Chris Pratt. She played the role of Diablo — a tough soldier in a future war against alien invaders.

The film was a massive production and gave Louder her first taste of a major action blockbuster. It demonstrated that her physical presence and screen intensity could hold up alongside established stars.

Copshop (2021): The Breakout Moment

Copshop is the film that truly announced Alexis Louder to Hollywood. Released on September 17, 2021, this gritty, 70s grindhouse-style action thriller gave her the lead role.

She played Valerie Young — a rookie cop in Nevada who, as Alexis herself described, has “an insatiable thirst for justice.” The film also starred Gerard Butler and Frank Grillo.

The response from critics was extraordinary. Cary Darling of the Houston Chronicle and Michael O’Sullivan of the Washington Post singled out Louder’s performance in Copshop as “show-stealing” and “compelling.”

Furthermore, in September 2021, she was featured in a Hollywood Reporter article where she discussed her experience auditioning for and working on the set of Copshop.

The Terminal List (2022): Amazon Prime Video

In 2022, Alexis returned to Amazon Prime Video with a recurring role in The Terminal List, the hit action thriller series based on the bestselling novel by Jack Carr. She played Nicole Deptul in four episodes of the series.

The show starred Chris Pratt and became one of Amazon’s most-watched original series. Her recurring role further cemented her presence in high-profile streaming productions.

Violent Night (2022): A Holiday Action Hit

Also in 2022, Alexis appeared in Violent Night — a darkly comedic holiday action film starring David Harbour as a gun-toting Santa Claus. She played the role of Linda. The film became a surprise box office success and a fan favourite.

The Changeling (2023) and Weathering (2023)

In 2023, Alexis appeared in The Changeling, an Apple TV+ fantasy horror series based on Victor LaValle’s acclaimed novel. She played Young Lillian Kagwa. The show starred LaKeith Stanfield and received strong critical attention.

Additionally, she appeared in Weathering (2023), playing a character named Gemina. This indie film further showed her commitment to diverse and challenging projects beyond mainstream Hollywood.

’Tis So Sweet (2026): Latest Project

Alexis Louder is set to appear in ’Tis So Sweet in 2026, her most recent announced project. This confirms she remains actively working and expanding her filmography.

Recognition: 2022 Distinguished Alumna in Theater

Alexis was named the 2022 Distinguished Alumna in Theater by the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. This honor recognized her remarkable achievements in the entertainment industry since graduating.

Personal Life: Private but Purposeful

She has shared that she originally planned to use film as a way to get back to the theater. However, she fell in love with film along the way. “I was going to be a theatre actress and use film to get back on stage, but then I started falling in love with film as I was doing it,” she has said.

She stands approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall.

Complete Filmography

Films

Year	Title	Role
2017	Silence Her	Riley “Yang” Jansen
2018	Black Panther	Nigerian Woman #2
2019	Dolphin Kick	Nova
2019	Harriet	Jane
2021	The Tomorrow War	Diablo
2021	Copshop	Valerie Young
2022	Violent Night	Linda
2023	Weathering	Gemina
2026	’Tis So Sweet	TBA

Television

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2016	Wishful Thinking	Amy	Miniseries
2018–2019	The Originals	Lisana	5 episodes, Season 5
2019	Chicago P.D.	—	Guest star
2019	Watchmen	Ruth Williams	5 episodes
2020	The Good Lord Bird	—	Episode: “A Wicked Plot”
2022	The Terminal List	Nicole Deptul	4 episodes
2023	The Changeling	Young Lillian Kagwa	Recurring