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“Madden” Starring Nicolas Cage Open Casting Call

Casting Call for 1970s-Inspired Football Project

Step into the world of vintage football with an exciting new production seeking background talent. This casting opportunity is perfect for men and women who naturally embody that iconic 1970s style. If you’ve got the look and energy to match, this is your chance to be part of a nostalgic, high-profile project centered around the legendary era of American football.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray 1970s-style characters in background scenes
  • Follow on-set directions from production staff
  • Remain available for multiple filming days between May and July
  • Help bring the authentic atmosphere of 1970s football to life

Requirements

  • Men and women with a natural 70s look or style
  • Comfortable working in outdoor or stadium settings

Compensation

  • $182 for 12-hour workdays
  • Potential for multiple booking days throughout the filming period

About the Film: Nicolas Cage to Star as NFL Legend John Madden in Upcoming Biopic

Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage has officially signed on to play legendary NFL coach and broadcaster John Madden in Madden, a biopic directed by David O. Russell and produced by Amazon MGM Studios. The film will explore Madden’s extraordinary journey—from his time as head coach of the Oakland Raiders to his transformation into a legendary commentator and the face of the Madden NFL video game franchise.

Set in the dynamic 1970s, the film will showcase Madden’s rise to fame, his impactful relationship with Raiders owner Al Davis, and the influence he had on football culture. David O. Russell, known for American Hustle and Silver Linings Playbook, leads a powerhouse production team including Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, and more.

Cage’s casting has been praised as a bold and fitting choice. Known for roles in Pig, Longlegs, and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Cage brings depth, charisma, and originality—qualities that mirror Madden’s own legacy.

Madden aims to capture the spirit of an era and the life of a man who changed how we watch, play, and understand football. With biopics thriving in Hollywood, this film is expected to resonate with sports fans, creatives, and cinephiles alike.

Additional casting announcements are expected soon, making now the perfect time to get involved.

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Female Friend for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is seeking a female actor for a featured friend role in an upcoming dramatic reenactment. This paid acting opportunity is ideal for performers who are comfortable with emotionally intense material and action-oriented scenes involving scripted violence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured friend in a true crime recreation.
  • Participate in scripted fight sequences.
  • Perform scenes involving murder-related content.
  • Follow direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Black female.
  • Early 20s.
  • Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
  • Comfortable participating in scripted fight scenes.
  • Available for all required filming days.
  • Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

  • $150 per day.
  • Hotel accommodations provided.
  • Opportunity to work on a professional television production.
  • Build your acting résumé with a featured television role.
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Beverly’s Friend for True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured role for Beverly’s Friend. This paid acting opportunity is seeking a Hispanic female in her early 20s for a dramatic reenactment. Talent must be comfortable performing scenes involving scripted violence and murder-related content.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Beverly’s Friend in a true crime recreation series.
  • Perform scripted dramatic scenes as directed.
  • Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Hispanic female.
  • Early 20s.
  • Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content.
  • Available for the scheduled filming day.
  • Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

  • $150 per day.
  • Hotel accommodations provided.
  • Opportunity to appear in a network true crime recreation series.
  • Gain professional on-set acting experience.
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Scarpetta Season 2 Photo Double

Job Description

A television production is seeking a non-union photo double for Scarpetta Season 2. Casting directors are looking for local talent who closely matches the appearance of a featured actor. This paid background opportunity requires a close physical resemblance, making it ideal for performers who meet the requested specifications and are available for a full production day.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a featured actor during production.
  • Match the actor’s appearance for photography and filming.
  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
  • Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.
  • Remain available for the full production day, regardless of call time.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Blonde hair.
  • Height between 5’9″ and 5’11”.
  • Must closely match the featured actor’s complexion and overall appearance.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Franklin, or Antioch, Tennessee areas.
  • Available for a full filming day as needed.

Compensation

  • $200 for up to 12 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid after 12 hours, if applicable.
  • Opportunity to work on a major television series.
  • Gain valuable on-set experience as a professional photo double.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Netflix Series “Free Bert” Background Actors with Luxury Vehicles

Job Description

A Netflix series is now casting non-union background actors who own luxury or high-end vehicles for upcoming filming. Production is seeking local men and women of all ethnicities to appear on camera alongside their personal vehicles. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent with upscale cars looking to work on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background actor in scenes for a Netflix series.
  • Provide your personal luxury or high-end vehicle for possible on-camera use.
  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
  • Be available for one or more scheduled filming dates based on production needs.

Requirements

  • Men and women of all ethnicities.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be local to the Atlanta, Georgia area.
  • Must own a luxury or upscale vehicle available for on-camera use.
  • Vehicles of interest include, but are not limited to:
    • Lexus
    • BMW
    • Mercedes-Benz
    • Tesla
    • Audi
    • Jaguar
    • Land Rover
    • Range Rover
    • Hummer
    • Bentley
  • Owners of other luxury or premium vehicles are also encouraged to apply.
  • Transportation, lodging, and travel expenses are not provided.

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 12 hours of background work.
  • Overtime paid after 12 hours, if applicable.
  • Additional $50–$100 for approved vehicles used on camera.
  • Opportunity to appear in a Netflix television series.

Paralegals Background Talent for Scarpetta Season 2

Job Description

A television production is now casting non-union background actors to portray paralegals in Scarpetta Season 2. This paid casting opportunity is seeking local talent with a professional appearance to help create authentic law office scenes for the series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a paralegal in background scenes.
  • Follow all on-set direction from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity between takes.
  • Be available for the full filming day if needed.

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 28–60.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be able to portray a professional paralegal.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
  • Full-day availability is required regardless of call time.
  • Professional business attire may be requested.

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
  • Opportunity to work on a professional television production.
  • Build your background acting résumé and on-set experience.

Scarpetta Season 2 Lawyers Background Talent

Job Description

A television production is seeking non-union background actors to portray lawyers in Scarpetta Season 2. This paid background acting opportunity is open to local talent who can bring a polished, professional look to courtroom and law office scenes. It’s a great chance to gain on-set experience while working on a major television series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lawyer in background scenes.
  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming.
  • Remain available for the full production day as needed.

Requirements

  • All genders, ages 28–60.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be able to portray a professional lawyer.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
  • Must have full-day availability regardless of call time.
  • Professional business attire may be requested.

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
  • Opportunity to work on a major television series.
  • Gain valuable background acting experience.

Scarpetta Season 2 Fishermen Background Talent

Job Description

A television production is now casting non-union background actors to portray fishermen in Scarpetta Season 2. This paid TV background acting opportunity is seeking local talent who can help bring authentic waterfront scenes to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a fisherman in background scenes.
  • Follow all instructions from the production team.
  • Maintain continuity during filming.
  • Remain available for the full production schedule as needed.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–65.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be able to portray a fisherman.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
  • Must be available for the entire filming day.

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
  • Opportunity to work on a professional television production.
  • Build on-set experience and your background acting portfolio.

Scarpetta Season 2 Dock Workers Background Talent

Job Description

A television production is seeking non-union background actors to portray dock workers in Scarpetta Season 2. This paid casting opportunity is open to local talent interested in appearing in realistic waterfront scenes for a major television series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a dock worker in background scenes.
  • Take direction from the production and assistant directors.
  • Maintain scene continuity during filming.
  • Be prepared to work for the full production day if required.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–65.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be able to portray a dock worker.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
  • Full-day availability is required.

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
  • Professional television production experience.
  • Opportunity to build your acting résumé.

Scarpetta Season 2 Boaters Background Talent

Job Description

A television production is casting non-union background actors to portray boaters in Scarpetta Season 2. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for local talent looking to gain experience on a professional TV set. Selected performers will help create realistic waterfront scenes while working alongside the production team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a boater in background scenes.
  • Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team.
  • Maintain continuity throughout filming.
  • Remain available for the entire filming day as needed.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–65.
  • Non-union talent only.
  • Must be able to portray a recreational boater.
  • Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
  • Must have full-day availability regardless of call time.

Compensation

  • $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
  • Opportunity to work on a major television series.
  • Gain valuable background acting experience.
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Bar Scene Extras Casting Call for Smokers in Pittsburgh

Job Description

A film production is seeking background actors who are comfortable portraying smokers for a bar scene filming in Pittsburgh. Casting directors are looking for dependable talent available for a late-night shoot. This is a paid background acting opportunity, with an additional pay bump for performers who smoke as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bar patron in a background scene.
  • Comfortably perform smoking actions as required for the role.
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team.
  • Remain available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

  • Must be comfortable portraying a smoker in a bar scene.
  • Must be available to work in Pittsburgh.
  • Able to work a late-night filming schedule.
  • Recent photo and current availability required during the application process.

Compensation

  • $250 for a 12-hour filming day.
  • Additional $15 smoker pay bump.
  • Paid background acting opportunity.
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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Toddler Casting Call for TV Series Background Roles in Atlanta

Job Description

A television series is casting toddlers for upcoming background roles filming in the Atlanta area. Casting directors are looking for babies and toddlers who appear to be between 10 and 24 months old and can portray African American characters. This is a paid opportunity for families interested in having their child appear in a television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in background scenes for a television series.
  • Follow directions from the production team with the assistance of a parent or guardian.
  • Be available for the scheduled filming date.
  • Maintain a calm and cooperative presence on set.

Requirements

  • Babies and toddlers who appear to be 10–24 months old.
  • Must be able to portray African American.
  • Twins and single children are welcome to apply.
  • Must be available to film in the Atlanta area.

Compensation

  • Twins: $250 per child for a 10-hour filming day.
  • Single toddlers: $200 for a 10-hour filming day.
  • Paid television background acting opportunity.

Featured Background Roles for R.J. Decker Season 2

Job Description

A television production is casting featured background performers for Season 2 of R.J. Decker filming in the Wilmington, North Carolina area. The director will make selections directly from submitted photos, making this a great opportunity for local talent to land featured on-screen roles. Applicants must be fully available for their selected filming date and able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured background character in the television series.
  • Follow all directions from the production team while on set.
  • Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule.
  • Perform scenes while maintaining continuity throughout production.
  • Comfortably portray role-specific requirements, including handling props or wearing special effects makeup when applicable.

Requirements

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Wilmington, North Carolina area.
  • Must be fully available for the filming date of the role selected.
  • Previous Season 1 performers should list any scenes they previously worked.
  • Seeking talent for the following featured roles:
    • Militia Man: Caucasian male, age 35+, rough-around-the-edges appearance, larger stature, comfortable holding a weapon.
    • Guard: Male, all ethnicities, ages 25–45, clean-cut appearance, muscular build.
    • Masked Female: Female, all ethnicities, ages 18–30, comfortable wearing a scary mask and/or special effects makeup. Applicants should disclose any skin allergies.

Compensation

  • Militia Man: $150
  • Guard: $180
  • Masked Female: $180

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04-10-2025

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