Hulu's 'The Bear' Casting Calls & Auditions

CASTING CALL — THE BEAR, SEASON 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In – Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Monday 12/15 through Tuesday 12/16
AVAILABILITY: Open availability requested for the remainder of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN – NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6”
• T-Shirt Size: XXL or 3XL
• Must closely match photo reference

Stand-in experience preferred.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In (Angel)
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday 1/7
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the full shoot day on 1/7
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN (ANGEL)
• Height: 5’10”
• Weight: 145
• Additional specs: Must match photo reference provided by production

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Job Title: Richie Photo Double (Male)

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Richie Photo Double
SHOOT DATES: Mon. 1/12 through Mon. 1/12
AVAILABILITY: Must be fully available for the full workday on the shoot date
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $220/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

RICHIE PHOTO DOUBLE
• Height: 6’1
• Weight: 188 lbs
• Chest/Jacket: 40R
• T-Shirt: Medium/Large
• Pant: 31 x 34

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Job Title: Stand-In — Neil Fak

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In — Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Fri. 1/9 through Fri. 1/9
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for the rest of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN — NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6″
• T-Shirt: XXL or 3XL

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

OPEN CASTING CALL — BACKGROUND ACTORS

HULU’s The Bear — Season 4
CASTING BY: 4 STAR CASTING
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 4
ROLE TYPE: Background Actors (Extras)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: TBD
UNION STATUS: Non-Union

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

4 Star Casting is holding an Open Casting Call for background actors to appear in HULU’s hit series The Bear — Season 4. Production is seeking a wide variety of looks, ages, and backgrounds to portray restaurant patrons, pedestrians, kitchen staff, and general Chicago locals.
No prior acting experience is required for background roles.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

• All genders
• All ethnicities
• Ages 18+
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, IL
• Must be reliable and able to follow on-set direction

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

About The Bear:

The Bear is a critically acclaimed American comedy-drama series produced by FX Productions for FX on Hulu. The series was created by Christopher Storer, who also serves as showrunner and executive producer, and is widely recognized for its grounded storytelling and realistic depiction of professional kitchen culture.

Production Overview

• Creator: Christopher Storer
• Studio: FX Productions
• Network / Streaming Platform: FX on Hulu in the United States; Disney+ internationally
• Executive Producers: Christopher Storer, Joanna Calo, Hiro Murai, Josh Senior, Matty Matheson, and Tyson Bidner
• Culinary Producer: Courtney Storer, a professional chef and Christopher Storer’s sister
• Genre: Comedy-drama
• Episode Runtime: Half-hour format, typically ranging from approximately 20 to 48 minutes

Filming & Development

FX ordered the pilot for The Bear in March 2021, with the series officially greenlit in October 2021. Filming takes place primarily in Chicago, Illinois, with the real-life restaurant Mr. Beef on Orleans Street serving as both inspiration and a key filming location for the fictional “Original Beef of Chicagoland.” Later seasons expanded production internationally, including scenes shot in Singapore, Bangkok, and Hong Kong.

The series is known for its distinctive visual and audio style, using fast editing, overlapping dialogue, and heightened sound design to reflect the intensity of a working kitchen. Notably, the Season 1 episode “Review” was filmed as a single continuous 17-minute take. Seasons 3 and 4 were filmed back-to-back beginning in February 2024, with Season 4 released in June 2025 and a fifth season announced for 2026.

Cast

The main ensemble includes Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Abby Elliott, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Matty Matheson, who also serves as an executive producer.

Malakai (Lead Child Role, ACTRA)

Job Description
A student short film is casting a lead child actor for an outdoor story set around an isolated cabin and a mysterious forest. The project follows Malakai, a curious and energetic 10-year-old who becomes fascinated by the woods and the possibility of catching a bear. This is a character-driven role for a young performer who can bring imagination, warmth, and emotional truth to a cinematic coming-of-age mystery.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead child character in an outdoor narrative short film

• Work closely with the director to portray curiosity, wonder, and bravery

• Take direction well and maintain performance continuity across scenes

• Participate in physically active moments typical of outdoor storytelling

Requirements

• Male, age 10

• Black or mixed race

• Strong imagination, expressive presence, and ability to carry scenes

• Comfortable filming outdoors in a forest/cabin setting

• ACTRA production

Compensation

• Unpaid per ACTRA/IMU agreement for an 8+1 shoot day

• Overtime paid at 35% of the ACTRA IPA if incurred

• Travel and reimbursement not provided

Football Fans & Staff (Background Talent)

Job Description
A television production is seeking background talent to portray energetic football fans and event staff. This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to gain on-set experience and be part of an exciting sports crowd atmosphere. Talent will help bring authenticity and excitement to a football-themed scene filming in Central Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray enthusiastic football fans or professional event staff on camera

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and energy throughout filming

• Work collaboratively in a large crowd environment

Requirements

• Ages 18–75

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Must be comfortable working as background talent

• Ability to take direction and remain camera-ready for extended periods

Compensation

• $121 for 10 hours (Non-Union)

Football Fans Casting: Paid Background Extras

Job Description
A TV production is casting football fans only for high-energy crowd scenes filming in the Atlanta area. This is a paid, non-speaking background acting opportunity for talent who can bring authentic stadium-style reactions—cheering, chanting, and big game-day energy—while working professionally in a fast-moving set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray football fans in crowd scenes with natural, energetic reactions
• Follow direction for cheering, timing, and crowd movement
• Maintain continuity across takes (placement, actions, wardrobe consistency)
• Stay camera-ready and engaged throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18+
• Open to all ethnicities and looks
• Must be local to the Atlanta area (local hire)
• Comfortable in loud, high-energy crowd environments
• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• $121 for 10 hours

Hit TV Show Stand-In Casting: Caucasian Female

Job Description
A hit TV show is casting a stand-in for an upcoming shoot in the Atlanta area. This paid stand-in job is a great opportunity for performers with on-set experience (experience is a big plus), strong professionalism, and the ability to match pacing, marks, and lighting needs for the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for an actor during lighting and camera setups

• Follow direction from the crew and adjust positioning as needed

• Maintain continuity with height, movement, and basic blocking

• Remain on set and available between setups with a professional attitude

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 25–40

• Blonde hair preferred

• Height between 5’4″ and 5’6″

• Must be local to the Atlanta area

• Stand-in experience is a major plus

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours

Hit TV Show Background Casting: Tall Female Police Officer

Job Description
A hit TV show is casting a tall woman to appear as a police officer in an upcoming scene. This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent in the Atlanta area. The production is looking for a confident on-camera presence who can believably portray law enforcement in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background scenes for a television production

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe, blocking, and on-camera movement

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–45

• Caucasian

• Blonde hair preferred

• Height: 5’10” or taller

• Must be local to the Atlanta area

• Must be available for all required shoot dates

Compensation

• $121 for 10 hours