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Apple TV’s “CAPE FEAR ” Atlanta Casting Call for Gala Goers

Casting Call: Background Talent to Portray Gala Guests in Upcoming Production

Job Description
A high-profile production is casting background actors to appear as sophisticated gala attendees in a luxurious, multi-day filming event. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your elegance and professionalism in an upscale scene filled with glamour and style. The shoot will take place in the Atlanta area and requires full availability for all scheduled filming days.

This casting is part of the upcoming Cape Fear series, a psychological thriller heading to Georgia for production. Set to film at Assembly Studios in Doraville, the Apple TV+ series stars Amy Adams and Javier Bardem, and is executive produced by industry legends Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg. Based on John D. MacDonald’s novel The Executioners, the show reimagines a classic story of psychological torment and moral ambiguity. Georgia’s top-tier facilities, generous tax incentives, and vibrant talent pool have made it the chosen location—opening up exciting new opportunities for local actors and creatives.

What to Expect from Cape Fear

  • Amy Adams plays Amanda Bowden, whose peaceful life is disrupted by a man from her past.

  • Javier Bardem plays Max Cady, an ex-con with a thirst for revenge.

  • A Hitchcockian thriller exploring America’s obsession with true crime.

Why This Matters for Georgia Talent
With production moved from North Carolina to Georgia, this major series brings:

  • New casting calls for extras and featured background roles

  • Crew hiring for set design, lighting, wardrobe, and more

  • Networking opportunities with some of the industry’s most influential names

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Job Responsibilities

  • Portray upscale guests at a formal gala event

  • Arrive in appropriate wardrobe (details to be provided by production)

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain a polished, professional presence

  • Be punctual, reliable, and available for all three days of filming

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Must be available for all listed shoot dates

  • Must work as a local hire in the Atlanta area

  • Previous on-set experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

  • $150 for 12 hours per day

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  • Portray attractive, upscale auctioneers in background scenes

  • Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

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05-14-2025

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