“Funny Strange” Starring Cailee Spaeny & Drew Starkey Open Casting Call

Lizard Music – Aquarium Patrons

Job Description

The production “Lizard Music” is seeking men and women to portray aquarium patrons in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to adults who can naturally portray visitors exploring a public aquarium and help create a lively, realistic atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an aquarium patron in background scenes
• Perform natural actions and interactions appropriate to an aquarium setting
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity between takes
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background actors

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role
• Able to follow on-set instructions throughout filming
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta

Compensation

• $196 for 12 hours

Iceberg – Jane Supporting Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting an actress for the supporting role of Jane, Jonathan’s mother. Jane is quiet, withdrawn, and emotionally distant while carrying the lasting effects of a supernatural encounter. The role calls for a performer who can communicate grief, isolation, and emotional complexity through a subtle dramatic performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jane in a supporting feature film role.
• Deliver a restrained and emotionally layered performance.
• Portray grief, emotional distance, and the effects of supernatural events.
• Develop believable family relationships with fellow cast members.
• Follow direction from the filmmaker and production team.

Requirements

• Female actor in her 50s.
• White.
• Strong dramatic and emotional acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying a quiet, withdrawn, and emotionally complex character.
• Able to communicate emotion through subtle on-camera performance.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Andrew Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is seeking a teen actor to play Andrew, Jonathan’s loyal best friend, in a found-footage horror production filming in North Alabama. Andrew is quick-witted, funny, fiercely loyal, and capable of bringing lightness to tense situations while remaining courageous when supernatural events become dangerous.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Teen Andrew in a feature film.
• Bring humor, loyalty, and personality to the character.
• Perform suspenseful and supernatural scenes.
• Build believable chemistry with the actor portraying Jonathan.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Straight brown hair.
• Average build.
• Quick-witted and expressive performance style.
• Ability to balance humor with dramatic and suspenseful material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Susan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting a teen actress for the lead role of Susan. The character is one of Jonathan’s closest friends and becomes deeply involved in a terrifying supernatural mystery after an encounter at an ancient evil presence within a crumbling plantation home. This role requires an actress capable of portraying a gradual and unsettling emotional transformation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Teen Susan in a lead feature film role.
• Perform dramatic and supernatural horror scenes.
• Develop authentic chemistry with other principal characters.
• Portray a gradual emotional and behavioral transformation.
• Follow direction and collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Girl with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Average build.
• Strong emotional range and natural acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying supernatural and horror-themed material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Jonathan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is seeking a teen actor for the lead role of Teen Jonathan. This dramatic horror role follows Jonathan as he transitions toward adulthood while uncovering the haunted history surrounding his family home and the mysterious woods nearby. Filming will take place in North Alabama.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Teen Jonathan in a feature film.
• Portray emotionally intense and suspenseful scenes.
• Develop a believable character experiencing supernatural events and family mysteries.
• Take direction from the filmmaker and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Thin build.
• Braces.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Comfortable performing suspenseful and horror-themed material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Kid Jonathan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting a young actor for the lead role of Kid Jonathan. Filming will take place in North Alabama. The character is an energetic, quick-witted boy with a smart mouth and vivid imagination, offering a young performer the opportunity to take on a significant role in a found-footage horror film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kid Jonathan in a lead feature film role.
• Deliver an energetic, expressive, and believable performance.
• Perform scripted dramatic and horror scenes.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow creative direction and maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 8–11.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Thin build.
• Energetic and quick-witted personality.
• Strong ability to portray an imaginative and expressive character.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Feature Film – High-Level Female Tennis Player

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a highly skilled female tennis player for an upcoming production filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for an experienced athlete approximately 5’8″–5’9″ with dark hair and strong competitive tennis abilities. The production is open to traveling the right candidate to NYC for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a high-level tennis player in a feature film.
• Demonstrate authentic tennis technique and advanced playing ability on camera.
• Participate in tennis-focused scenes as directed by the production team.
• Maintain consistency, professionalism, and athletic performance throughout filming.
• Collaborate with the film crew to create realistic tennis sequences.

Requirements

• Female tennis player.
• High-level or competitive tennis experience required.
• Approximately 5’8″–5’9″ tall.
• Dark hair.
• Strong tennis technique and athletic ability.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Candidates outside NYC may be considered for travel.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

Feature Film – Female Supporting Role

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a Caucasian female performer in her late 20s to mid-30s for an upcoming role. The selected actor will work with the production team to bring the character to life in a professional feature film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role in a feature film
• Deliver scripted scenes naturally and authentically
• Follow direction from the director and creative team
• Collaborate professionally with other cast members
• Maintain character and performance continuity during filming

Requirements

• Female talent ages 28 to 35
• Caucasian
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
• Comfortable performing on a professional film set
• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $449 per day

Feature Film – Male High School Student Role

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking an adult male performer who can convincingly portray a high school-aged teenager. The character combines an easy sense of humor with emotional maturity, offering talent an opportunity to bring both personality and depth to a teenage film role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school-aged teenager in a feature film
• Perform scripted scenes with natural humor and emotional range
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Build believable interactions with other characters
• Maintain consistent characterization throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, age 18 or older, who can portray late teens
• Caucasian
• Natural sense of humor
• Able to convey emotional maturity
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $449 per day

Feature Film – Political Fixer Role

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a male performer to portray a polished political fixer. The character has a casual, confident, and socially effortless personality, requiring an actor who can bring subtle charisma and composure to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a polished political fixer in a feature film
• Deliver scripted dialogue and character interactions naturally
• Convey confidence and social ease on camera
• Follow direction from the director and creative team
• Maintain consistent characterization throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent ages 30 to 39
• Open to all ethnicities
• Polished, confident, and natural on-camera presence
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $449 per day

Feature Film – Friendly Real Estate Agent

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a male performer to portray a friendly and unassuming real estate agent. The role calls for a natural, approachable presence that feels authentic on screen. Talent of all ethnicities may be considered for this non-union film opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a friendly real estate agent in a feature film
• Deliver a natural and approachable character performance
• Perform scripted scenes according to creative direction
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew
• Maintain character continuity between takes

Requirements

• Male talent ages 40 to 45
• Open to all ethnicities
• Friendly and unassuming on-camera presence
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $449 per day

Feature Film – Young Daughter Role

Job Description

A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking a young female performer to portray a daughter. The production is looking for a child actor with a sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate presence who can bring warmth and authenticity to family scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young daughter in a feature film
• Perform naturally during scripted family scenes
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
• Interact comfortably with fellow cast members
• Maintain focus during filming

Requirements

• Female child actor ages 5 to 8
• Caucasian
• Sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate demeanor
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee

Compensation

• $449 per day