Peacock’s “Hysteria!” Open Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union production is casting football players for background work. This opportunity is seeking athletic performers who can realistically portray football players on camera. This is a paid background role and a solid chance to gain on-set experience and build industry contacts.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a football player in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity across takes (movement, positioning, wardrobe, etc.)

• Arrive prepared, punctual, and professional for the full call time

• Provide requested headshot/photos and resume materials for consideration

Requirements

• Ages 23–28

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to portray a believable football player (athletic build/experience strongly preferred)

• Must be reliable and comfortable working on set for a 6-hour booking

Compensation

• $200 / 6 hours

Job Description
A psychological horror feature film blending historical truth with unsettling suspense is casting union and non-union talent for a range of speaking and featured roles. Production is looking for strong character actors who can bring emotional depth, authenticity, and intensity to a story that explores trauma, memory, and the haunting question of why history repeats itself.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with believable character work and strong on-camera presence

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team to shape performance choices

• Maintain continuity in emotion, movement, and character details across takes

• Support a professional set environment with punctuality and preparedness

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in psychological horror and dramatic material

• Ability to portray the listed character types and age ranges convincingly

• For select roles: specific skills may be required (dance, singing, instrument performance)

• Professional attitude, reliability, and strong communication

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Roles Available

• Shinju (Female, 25) — Japanese American, classically trained dancer; must have dance experience; physically demanding

• Freddy (Female, 25) — Hawaiian/Asian mixed; clairvoyant musician; must sing and play music; character battling mental health

• Miller (Male, 60–80) — WWII veteran slipping into dementia; must be healthy and mobile

• Evan (Male, 33) — charismatic, cocky partygoer with a reckless edge

• Young Miller (Male, 18) — hopeful, naive, patriotic, innocent; “smitten” energy

• Amy (Female, 70) — Korean or Asian first-generation immigrant; bar/hostess owner serving older vets in Chinatown

• Daniel (Male, 22) — white-passing mixed-race Navy soldier; aggressive, volatile; tattooed look

• Therapist (Female, 40) — works with veterans; concerned, serious, with a quirky streak

• Prostitute (Female, 25–35) — blonde sex worker in early-1940s Chinatown brothels

• Old Timer Crew (Male, 60+) — regulars who gamble, grumble, and linger at the hostess bar

• Local Veteran (Male, 70) — Korean War veteran; frequents the hostess bar

• Soldiers (Male, 22+) — American soldiers exploring bars and brothels in Chinatown

• Old Lady (Female, 68) & Woman (Female, 50) — Asian street sellers; rough-around-the-edges energy

Supporting & Day Player Roles for Holiday TV Feature

Job Description
A holiday TV feature is casting non-union supporting and day player talent for scenes filming in the Buffalo, NY area. Production is looking for strong character actors who can bring warmth, humor, and heartfelt energy to a community-driven story. Local and regional performers are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes as a supporting or featured day player character

• Take direction from the director and work efficiently on set

• Bring authentic character choices that fit a holiday, family-friendly tone

• Collaborate with cast and crew in a professional, production-ready environment

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, blocking, and performance choices

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Must be local to Buffalo, NY or able to work as a local hire

• Strong acting skills with a natural, believable on-camera presence

• Comfortable portraying character-driven roles across a range of ages

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced set environment

Compensation

• $500/day (flat rate)

Kids Ages 11–13 to Portray Middle Schoolers for New A24/Hulu TV Series

Job Description
A new A24/Hulu TV series starring Claire Danes and Ewan McGregor is casting kids ages 11–13 to portray middle school students as paid background actors. This is a great opportunity for families seeking paid background acting jobs for kids, with no experience required and no fees to apply. Filming will take place in the New York area, and production is looking for kids who can follow direction, stay focused on set, and bring natural, age-appropriate energy to school scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a middle school student in background scenes for a TV series

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a consistent look and performance across multiple takes

• Work professionally on set with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Kids ages 11–13

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the New York area (or self-report as local)

• No acting experience required

• Must be able to follow directions and remain set-ready during filming

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $224 / 8 hours

• Non-union rate: $187 / 10 hours

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Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Titus” (Male Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot is seeking talent for Titus, a featured male role filming in Malta. Titus is written with a rugged, working-class presence—lean and wiry with a sun-weathered look, calloused hands, and practical, honest features. This role is ideal for performers who can bring grounded realism and quiet strength to a cinematic, story-driven shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Titus with natural, grounded physicality and believable presence

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character energy across takes

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Male talent, approximately 25–32

• Mediterranean look with sun-weathered, olive skin and dark hair

• Lean, wiry build with a strong work-from-the-ground-up vibe

• Calloused hands and rugged, honest facial features

• Shorter stature preferred (approximately 5’8″–5’9″)

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Althea” (Female Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot is seeking talent for Althea, a featured female role filming in Malta. Althea is described as beautiful but intentionally unnoticed—quiet, observant, and careful in her movements. This role calls for a subtle, grounded presence with strong screen nuance, perfect for performers who can communicate emotion and awareness without overplaying the moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Althea with subtle emotion, restraint, and authentic presence on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character tone across takes

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Female talent, approximately 22–32

• Mediterranean / Middle Eastern look

• Comfortable in simple wardrobe and a low-profile character style

• Strong observational presence; able to convey emotion through minimal expression

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Aurelius” (Male Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot is seeking talent for Aurelius, a featured male role filming in Malta. Aurelius is described with classical Roman features and an athletic build shaped by military training—more lean strength than brute force. He carries an understated nobility and intelligence on camera, with a grounded, composed presence that reads confident and capable in a cinematic, story-driven project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Aurelius with controlled physicality, confidence, and subtle authority

• Take direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character energy across takes

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Male talent, approximately 25–32

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Classical Roman-style features; short dark hair (may include a short beard as part of the look)

• Athletic build with a trained, disciplined presence

• Strong facial structure (patrician nose, strong jawline) and intelligent eyes

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Brennus” (Male Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot is seeking talent for Brennus, a featured male role filming in Malta. Brennus is a commanding warrior-type with a bold, intimidating presence—someone who looks like a natural leader in a high-stakes, cinematic world. This role is best suited for performers with strong physicality, rugged features, and the ability to project power and authority on camera. Talent must be able to travel internationally and be available for the full shoot window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brennus with confident physical presence and strong character energy

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character intensity across takes

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Male talent, approximately 30–45

• Strong, athletic or muscular build with a warrior/leader vibe

• Rugged, character-driven look (beards/facial hair may be requested based on styling)

• Comfortable with period-style wardrobe, armor, and action-oriented staging

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the full February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Dominica” (Female Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot is seeking talent for Dominica, a featured female role filming in Malta. Dominica is striking rather than conventionally beautiful—a woman who carries herself with absolute authority and a commanding, no-nonsense presence. This role calls for someone who reads strong, sharp, and fearless on camera, with the confidence to own every frame in a premium, cinematic shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Dominica with commanding presence, strength, and control on camera

• Take direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments quickly

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character energy across takes

• Work professionally through long shoot days on an international set

Requirements

• Female talent, approximately 35–42

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Strong build with an authoritative, grounded presence

• Dark hair (often pinned back in a practical style for the role)

• Comfortable in rich but functional wardrobe and a “not afraid to get dirty” vibe

• Sharp, calculating eyes and confident body language

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the full February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Valeria” (Female Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot casting is seeking talent for Valeria, a featured female role in an international production filming in Malta. Valeria is described as tall with a muscular, athletic build and a strong, capable presence—beautiful in a tough way that reads confident and powerful on camera. This role is open to all ethnicities. Talent must be able to travel internationally and be available for the full shoot window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Valeria with strength, confidence, and grounded physicality on camera

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character energy across shoot days

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Female talent, approximately 25–32

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Tall with a muscular/athletic build

• Strong facial features; may be blonde or light brown-haired (flexible)

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the full February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Livia” (Female Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot casting is seeking talent for Livia, a featured female role in an international production filming in Malta. Livia is described as a non-African character with Nubian-inspired features, dark skin, and distinctive natural hair styling (such as braids or wraps). The role calls for a strong, athletic build and a presence that moves with confidence and grace. Talent must be able to travel internationally and be available for the full shoot window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Livia with confident, grounded physicality and strong screen presence

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and character energy across shoot days

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Female talent, approximately 25–32

• Dark skin with Nubian-inspired features (non-African character description)

• Natural hair styled distinctively (braids, wraps, or similar)

• Strong, athletic build; moves with confidence and grace

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the full February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee

Interactive Games Shoot Casting “Flavia” (Female Role)

Job Description
A worldwide interactive games shoot casting is seeking talent for Flavia, a featured female role in an international production filming in Malta. Flavia is described with a Greek/Eastern Mediterranean look and carries herself with intentional style—someone who maintains her appearance carefully and brings a confident, composed presence on camera. Talent must be able to travel internationally and be available for the full shoot window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Flavia with a confident, camera-ready presence and strong character energy

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and performance adjustments

• Maintain continuity in look, wardrobe, and styling across multiple takes

• Work professionally through long production days on an international set

Requirements

• Female talent, approximately 37–48

• Mediterranean / Middle Eastern look (Greek or Eastern Mediterranean vibe)

• Olive skin and dark, naturally curling hair

• Comfortable with character styling that emphasizes polished beauty

• Must have a valid passport and be able to travel internationally

• Must be fully available for the full February shoot window in Malta

Compensation

• $1,200 per day

• 20% agency fee