Alexander Skarsgard Films 'Maisie' in Manhattan

Alexander Skarsgard gets to work on his new film, What Maisie Knew, on Friday (August 12) in New York City.

The 34-year-old Swedish actor shot scenes with his young co-star, who held onto his arms as he swung her up in the air.

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The drama, based on the novel by Henry James, centers around a young girl named Maisie who gets caught in the middle of a custody battle between her parents.

The day before, HBO officially announced that Alex‘s hit show, True Blood, will be returning for a fifth season!

15+ pictures inside of Alexander Skarsgard filming What Maisie Knew in NYC…