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FX’s “Reservation Dogs” is Now Casting (UPDATE)

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FX’sĀ Reservation DogsĀ cast, casting calls, auditions, and news you should know.

Reservation Dogs is an upcoming comedy TV series created by Taika Waititi and Sterlin Harjo. The series is set to premiere in 2021 on FX on HULU in the United states, and internationally through Disney+.

The series was first reported in 2019 and was confirmed by Taika Waititi on Twitter. The initial report announced Waititi would be co-writing the series with Native American filmmaker Sterlin Harjo, who would also share executive producer and directing duties with Waititi. After the pilot had been shot in Okmuglee, Oklahoma, FX announced a series order for the project in December 2020. The casting of the series lead four actors D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Devery Jacobs, Paulina Alexis, and newcomer Lane Factor, was also confirmed at this time, alongside a group of guest stars to be featured in the pilot episode.

What is the plot ofĀ Reservation Dogs?

 

The TV series centers around the lives of four Native teenagers in rural Oklahoma, as they spend their days committing a crime and fighting it.
What is the cast ofĀ Reservation Dogs?
  • Dā€™Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Bear
  • Devery JacobsĀ as Elora Danan
  • Paulina Alexis as Willie Jack
  • Lane Factor as Cheese
  • Dalton Cramer as Daniel
Taika Waititi
VENICE, ITALY – AUGUST 29: Taika Waititi attends the Jury photocall during the 75th Venice Film Festival on August 29, 2018 in Venice, Italy – Image (Matteo Chinellato / Shutterstock.com)

Reservation Dogs Casting Calls

  • A Native American / Indigenous male stand-in, 5’9″ – 5’11”, is needed full time, for the FX television series RESERVATION DOGS.

Filming is Monday – Friday through May 25, beginning this Monday, May 10.

The person selected must be available to test for COVID-19 today, Friday, May 7 or tomorrow, May 8, before 2:00 pm in either OKC or Tulsa. Compensation for initial COVID testing is $100.

This person will work on set in place of one of the lead actors, assisting the camera and lighting crews as they make their final adjustments between takes.

Filming locations are in Tulsa and Okmulgee, Oklahoma.

The FX television series is executive produced by Taika Waititi. It is written, directed and produced by award-winning Oklahoma filmmaker Sterlin Harjo.

The comedy series is about four Native American teenagers growing up on a reservation in eastern Oklahoma.

Rate for stand-ins is a guarantee of $120/day. Anything over 10 hours will incur additional pay at $12/hour.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit performers without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

extras call:

Extras are needed soon to appear in the television series RESERVATION DOGS, now filming in OK.

Some extras are needed to portray “meth heads” this Thursday, April 22. Others are needed to be Native (or Indigenous) Teenagers Friday, April 23.

Those selected to appear in those roles will be required to test for COVID-19 typically two days prior to filming. Anyone tested will be provided additional compensation fo $100.

Filming locations are in Tulsa and Okmulgee, Oklahoma.

The FX television series is executive produced by Taika Waititi. It is written, directed and produced by award-winning Oklahoma filmmaker Sterlin Harjo.

The comedy series is about four Native American teenagers growing up on a reservation in eastern Oklahoma.

A parent or guardian will be required to accompany each child under the age of 18 on set. The same adult that takes the child to testing, must be the same adult that accompanies the child on set, and that aduilt must must test for COVID-19 at the same time as the child. The same pay rate applies.

Pay to appear in the scenes is a guarantee of $80/day. Anything over 8 hours will incur additional pay at $10/hour. People selected can appear in multiple scenes over multiple days, if desired.

BREAKDOWN OF ROLES

FILMING THURSDAY, APRIL 22

METH HEADS – Males and females, 20-35, any ethnicity, Very highly featured scene.

FILMING FRIDAY, APRIL 23

NATIVE TEENSE – Indigenous Males and Females. 15-17 years old. They are in the classroom.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit performers without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

Apply Now

RESERVATION DOGS
Ep. 102, 104, 106
Television Series
Network: FX
Union Status: SAG-AFTRA
Executive Producer: Taika Waititi
Producer: Garrett Basch
Producer / Writer / Director: Sterlin Harjo
Series Casting Director: Angelique Midthunder
Local Casting Director: Chris Freihofer
Local Casting Associate: Jenn Rader
Audition Date: ASAP – SELF TAPE ONLY
Callback Date: TBD
Start Date: Outside Dates 4/12 – 5/25, 2021
Location: Tulsa, OK
Rate of Pay: SAG-AFTRA Television scale

All roles modified local hire

DEADLINE: ASAP

STORYLINE

Follows four Native teenagers in rural Oklahoma who spend their days committing crime ā€¦ and fighting it.

[CASSIDY] 35 to 50 years old, Black female. no nonsense. She works in the testing department of the DMV and sheā€™s sick of teenagers. 6 lines, 1 Speech 1 Scene CO ā€“ STAR

[COWBOY] 25 to 66 years old, Black male. He waits his turn at the DMV and is a little concerned his turn will never come. 3 lines. CO-STAR

[RED-HAIRED WOMAN] 25 to 60 years old, white female. She waits her turn at the DMV, frustrated she has a high number. 2 lines. CO-STAR

[TEENAGER] 18 to 22 years old TO PLAY 16, all ethnicities male or female. Testing for their driver’s license, this teenager a little snobby about driving a Prius. 2 lines. CO-STAR

[NURSE] Clinic 25 to 60 years old, Indigenous female. A nurse at the Indian Health. She calls for Bear. 1 scene, 2 lines.

[OLD MAN FIXICO] 60 to 75 years old, Indigenous male. He holds court at the Indian Health Clinic, telling tales, pulling legs and shooting the bull. 2 scenes, 4 lines, 1 speech.

[OPTOMETRY RECEPTIONIST] 40 to 60 years old, Indigenous female. A salty exterior but a warm heart. This receptionist takes no grief from Cheese and is happy to give it back. 1 scene. 12 lines.

[CLINTON] 50 to 60 years old, Indigenous male. He is the director of the Indian Health Services clinic. He is super excited rapper Putting Lusty is going to headline the Anti-Diabetes Wellness Fair, and he will hear no thoughts Lusty’s appearance may not be a good idea. 2 scenes, 8 lines, 3 speeches.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit performers without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

APPLY NOW

Extras Casting Call

The first group of extras has been announced for the television series RESERVATION DOGS, soon to begin filming in Oklahoma.

The FX television series is executive produced by Taika Waititi. It is written, directed, and produced by award-winning Oklahoma filmmaker Sterlin Harjo.

The comedy series is about four Native American teenagers growing up on a reservation in eastern Oklahoma.

Filming will be in the Okmulgee, OK area, with some scenes filming in Tulsa.

Pay for extras is a guarantee of $80/day for up to 8 hours of filming. Anything over 8 hours will incur additional compensation.

Anyone selected to be an extra in this film must test for COVID-19 at the production’s testing facility in Tulsa, OK. Following testing and before employment, all persons must complete online COVID-19 safety training. Compensation for testing and safety training will be an additional $100/person.

Strict health and safety procedures, following all union guidelines, will be followed on set.

BREAKDOWN OF UPCOMING BACKGROUND ROLES

FILMING FRIDAY, APRIL 9

  • TOWNSPEOPLE w CARS – Male and Female. 20-30s. Indigenous. Lower income and small town looks

DANCE PATRONS w CARS – Male and Female. 30-60s. Any ethnicities.

FILMING MONDAY, APRIL 12

  • PATIENTS w CARS – Male and Female. 9-70s. Any ethnicities. All looks accepted. People with crutches, wheelchairs, prosthetics welcome. Must be available Tuesday, April 13th- Wednesday, April 14th. Actual families encouraged to submit together
  • VISITORS w CARS – Male and Female. 18-70s. Any ethnicities. Must be available Tuesday, April 13th- Wednesday, April 14th
  • NURSES/DOCTOR – Male and Female. 20-70s. Any ethnicities. Must be available Tuesday, April 13th- Thursday, April 15th
  • SECURITY GUARD.- Male. 40-70s. Any ethnicities. Must be available Tuesday, April 13th- Wednesday, April 14th
  • CIGARETTE SMOKER – Male. 60-70s.
  • WHITE STEVE – Male. 18tly. He needs to play 16. White Steve is a white kid who thinks he’s Native. He hangs with the Res Dogs as he feels he is one of them. Also needed Monday, April 19th and Monday, April 26th
  • FILMING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14
  • RECEPTION FOLK – Male and Female. 18-70s. Any ethnicities.
  • IHS EMPLOYEE – Male and Female. 30-60s. Any ethnicities. Administrative business looks. Must be available Thursday April 15th

FILMING THURSDAY, APRIL 15

  • IHS EMPLOYEE – Male and Female. 30-60s. Any ethnicities. Administrative business looks.
  • AUNTIE ELDERS – Female. 50-70s. Indigenous. These ladies are elders.

FILMING FRIDAY, APRIL 16

  • VILLAGE FOLK – Male and Female. 18 to look younger-50s. Indigenous

FILMING MONDAY, APRIL 19

  • PEDESTRIANS w CARS – Male and Female. 18 to look younger-50s. Indigenous. Lower income and small town looks

FILMING TUESDAY, APRIL 20

  • GROCERY STORE SHOPPERS – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities.
  • GROCERY STORE WORKERS – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities.
  • SENORITAS – Female. 20-40s. Latinx girls at the grocery store.
  • CLERK – Male. 30-60s. African American
  • PUNKIN’S FRIENDS – Male. 30-40s.Ā  They hang out with the popular rapper so they need to look like hip hop entourage.

FILMING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21

  • PRECISION DRIVERS – Male or Female 20-60s. Must be comfortable driving and reversing cars. Able to follow direction and speed limits.

FILMING THURSDAY, APRIL 22

  • DRUG ADDICTS w BEAT UP CARS – Male or Female. 20-50s. Rougher looks encouraged to submit.

FILMING FRIDAY, APRIL 23

  • DMV CUSTOMERS w CARS – Male and Female. 18 to look younger-70s. Any ethnicity.

FILMING MONDAY, APRIL 26

  • TOWNSPERSONS w CARS – Male and Female. 20-30s. Any ethnicities.

FILMING TUESDAY, APRIL 27

  • BAR PATRONS – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities. Country bar looks
  • LINE DANCERS – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities. Country bar looks
  • WAITRESS – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities.
  • COUPLES KISSING – Male and Female. 25-60s. Any ethnicities. Actual couples willing to kiss only.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit performers without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless otherwise specifically indicated.

APPLY NOW

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