In 2019 , she starred in the drama film '' Luce '' , which premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival . She then received praise for her starring role as Sue Ann " Ma " Ellington in the psychological horror film '' Ma '' , which was directed by frequent collaborator Tate Taylor . Spencer will return to television by executive producing and starring in the Apple TV drama series '' Truth Be Told '' , as well as the Netflix drama series '' Madam C. J. Walker '' . Spencer will have voice roles in the fantasy comedy film '' The Voyage of Doctor Dolittle '' and the Pixar animated fantasy film '' Onward '' , which are scheduled to be released in 2020 . She will also star in the horror comedy film '' The Witches '' , alongside Anne Hathaway . Furthermore , Spencer will reunite with her '' The Help '' co-star Jessica Chastain for a holiday comedy film
2019 Sundance Film Festival
2019 Sundance Film Festival
Octavia Spencer