Summary
Disney+ is reviving the world of Riverdale with a dark, apocalyptic twist. Afterlife With Archie reimagines the wholesome small town as a nightmare overrun by the undead. Produced by Greg Berlanti and based on Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s best-selling horror comic, this series transforms familiar Archie Comics characters into survivors of a zombie outbreak.
For actors, it’s a chance to work on a major Disney+ production that blends supernatural tension, emotional storytelling, and cinematic drama.
About Afterlife With Archie
Afterlife With Archie is a reimagined take on the iconic Archie Comics universe. The story begins when the peaceful town of Riverdale spirals into chaos after a supernatural event awakens a wave of flesh-eating zombies. Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and the rest of the gang must fight for survival in a town consumed by darkness.
Based on the comic series by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and Francesco Francavilla, this version trades teen romance for fear, survival, and moral choices. It mirrors the tone of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Riverdale, offering rich, emotionally charged roles for both lead and background actors.
Cast and Crew
While the cast has not yet been officially announced, the powerhouse creative team guarantees high production value and gripping storytelling:
- Writer/Executive Producer: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (Riverdale, Sabrina)
- Executive Producers: Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman (Berlanti Productions)
- Executive Producers: Jon Goldwater (Archie Comics Studios), Jimmy Gibbons (Muckle Man Productions)
- Production Company: Berlanti Productions
- Platform: Disney+
- Genre: Horror / Supernatural Drama
Production Details
- Title: Afterlife With Archie
- Format: Series / Disney+
- About: Based on Archie Comics, reimagined as an apocalyptic, zombie-filled Riverdale
- Production Company: Berlanti Productions
- Crew: Greg Berlanti and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
- Filming Location: Expected in major hubs like Vancouver or Los Angeles (TBA)
Filming will likely follow the production style of Riverdale—dark cinematography, emotional intensity, and immersive set design. Actors should expect scenes requiring strong physical acting, expressive reactions, and authentic emotional range.
How to Get Cast in Afterlife With Archie
Casting for Afterlife With Archie will involve both main roles and background extras. Disney+ and Warner Bros. Television often hold large-scale auditions for similar projects, so it’s important to stay prepared.
Steps to Increase Your Chances
- Monitor verified casting sources. Visit Project Casting regularly for official casting updates.
- Highlight horror or thriller experience. Include any projects where you worked in emotionally intense or physically demanding roles.
- Stay versatile. Extras may portray townspeople, survivors, or infected characters—be ready to adapt your energy.
- Keep materials updated. Refresh your headshots, reels, and measurements before submissions open.
- Be location ready. Productions under Berlanti Productions often film in Vancouver or Atlanta—be prepared to work locally.
Why You Should Apply
Few franchises mix nostalgia, youth culture, and horror like Afterlife With Archie. From the creators of Riverdale and Sabrina, this series has the potential to become Disney+’s next breakout supernatural hit.
For aspiring actors, it’s more than a casting call—it’s an opportunity to join a creative legacy that reshaped teen storytelling. Whether you land a featured role or background part, the exposure in a Berlanti-helmed project can open doors to future Disney+ and Warner Bros. opportunities.
Call to Action
Ready to join the world of Afterlife With Archie?
Visit ProjectCasting.com to find verified Disney+, Netflix, and Warner Bros. casting calls. Apply for new acting opportunities daily and take your shot at surviving Riverdale’s zombie apocalypse.
Your next breakout role could start here—on the set of Afterlife With Archie.
