Viola Davis to Produce and Star in Shirley Chisholm Film, ”The Fighting Shirley Chisholm”

Fresh off the first look feature production deal with Amazon Studios, “How To Get Away With Murder” star Viola Davis is bringing the story of the first black congresswoman to the digital screen. 

According to Deadline, the actress will work behind the scenes, as a producer alongside Julius Tennon and their JuVee Productions. 

In addition to Davis’ production credit, the ”Widows” actress also secured the leading role, as Chisholm. 

”The Fighting Shirley Chisholm, ” written by Emmy-nominated writer Adam Countee, will follow the story of Chisholm, and her trailblazing accomplishments in becoming the first woman and person of color to seek a major American political party’s nomination for President.