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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.

Caucasian Male Extra Needed for Dressed Firefighter Role (Chicago Area)

Job Description
A paid, non-speaking background role is seeking a Caucasian male to portray a dressed firefighter for a Chicago-area production. Talent should match specific physical specs and have a clean, professional look. This is a local-hire opportunity for Chicago, the suburbs, and nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a dressed firefighter as background talent in a non-speaking scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready, clean-shaven, and prepared for wardrobe fitting/continuity needs

Requirements

• Caucasian male, clean-shaven, short dark hair

• Age range: 20s to 50s

• Height: 5’11” to 6’2”

• Weight: 175 to 210

• Must be able to work locally in Chicago, IL (including suburbs and surrounding border states to IL)

• Must be available for a Monday work date

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate not specified)

Paid Female Extras Needed for TV Series Filming in Atlanta

Job Description
A television series filming in Atlanta is seeking paid female background talent for multiple extra roles. Production is looking for dependable, camera-ready talent who can portray specific types, including a menacing inmate and general background roles such as pedestrians and hospital personnel. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted scenes and follow on-set direction

• Maintain continuity and stay in character for the duration of filming

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a professional set environment

Requirements

• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or able to work as a local hire

• All ethnicities encouraged for all roles listed

• Role options include:

  • Menacing Woman Inmate (Female, ages 25–50): Must be 5’7” or taller; strong intimidating presence (the scarier the better)

  • Pedestrians (Ages 21–50): General background

  • Hospital Patients/Visitors (Ages 21–50): General background

  • Nurses (Ages 21–50): General background (scrubs/medical look helpful)

Compensation

• $100 / 8 hours

Male Ravers Needed for High-Energy Rave Scene (Non-Union Background)

Job Description
A non-union production is looking for more male background talent to fill out a lively rave scene. This is a great fit for guys who can bring bold Gen Z party energy and have standout rave outfits ready to go. Wardrobe is a key factor—production wants the best, most camera-ready rave looks.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a raver in a high-energy crowd scene

• Dance and move naturally on camera while maintaining strong background continuity

• Follow on-set direction and stay performance-ready across multiple takes

• Arrive in your best rave wardrobe and be prepared for a fashion-forward party vibe

Requirements

• Male talent needed

• Must be non-union

• Must have strong rave wardrobe options and be able to provide full-length photos of your top two looks

• Must be available for a downtown Toronto shoot

Compensation

• Compensation not specified

NBA Superfans Needed for Sports Debate Content in NYC

Job Description
A sports media project is seeking passionate NBA fans in New York City to take part in an on-camera debate-style discussion. Production is looking for outspoken personalities with strong opinions about Tim Duncan and the NBA—whether you’re a devoted fan or a vocal critic. This is a great opportunity for basketball fans who love sharing their takes on sports culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera sports debate discussion

• Share strong, well-formed opinions about the NBA and Tim Duncan

• Engage naturally in conversation with energy, confidence, and personality

• Follow light direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Must be a big NBA fan or outspoken NBA critic

• Strong opinions and comfort speaking on camera

• Based in or able to work in New York City

• Confident, expressive, and conversational personality

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not specified)

CASTING CALL — 4 STAR CASTING FUTURE PROJECTS, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: 4 Star Casting Future Projects — Upcoming Shows
ROLES: Infant (6–8 months) | Twins (6–8 months) | Quadruplets (6–8 months)
SHOOT DATES: TBD through TBD (upcoming shows)
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for upcoming productions (dates/call times TBD)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $250 / 4 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

INFANT (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for the minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

TWINS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

QUADRUPLETS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs

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

African American Wheelchair User Needed for Churchgoer Background Role

Job Description
A production is seeking an African American male or female who uses a wheelchair to portray a churchgoer in a background role. This is a paid opportunity for talent who can bring an authentic, natural presence on camera in a respectful church setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a churchgoer as background talent in a church scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American talent, male or female

• Ages 18+

• Must use a wheelchair (role requires wheelchair presence)

• Must be able to work in Fayetteville, GA

Compensation

• $96 / 8 hours

Rave Scene Extras Needed for Boston Blue Project

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking rave crowd talent to appear in a high-energy rave scene for a project filming in downtown Toronto. Production is looking for guys and girls ages 18–25 who can bring bold Gen Z style, strong party energy, and camera-ready confidence. Wardrobe is a key part of this booking, so talent should have modern rave-inspired looks available.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a raver extra in a lively club/rave scene

• Perform natural crowd movement, dancing, and background action on camera

• Follow on-set direction and maintain energy across multiple takes

• Arrive in wardrobe that fits the rave scene styling notes

Requirements

• Ages 18–25 (must be legally 18+)

• All genders, non-union talent only

• Must be able to work locally in downtown Toronto (no travel provided)

• Must have rave/Gen Z party wardrobe options (examples below)

• Comfortable dancing and being part of a crowded, high-energy scene

Compensation

• Compensation not specified

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.

Superfan Casting for Paid Social Experiment Campaign (Toronto Talent)

Job Description
A paid social content campaign is seeking real superfans of a popular TV series for a fun, filmed social experiment. Selected participants will take part in a short on-camera experience designed to capture genuine reactions and fan energy. This opportunity is for adults who are comfortable being temporarily hypnotized as part of the concept.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a social experiment-style shoot and share authentic reactions

• Follow producer direction and stay engaged, expressive, and camera-ready

• Participate in a brief hypnosis segment as part of the concept (short-lived effect)

• Provide a short video application as required for consideration

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Must be a real superfan with strong knowledge of the series

• Must be comfortable with being hypnotized for a short on-camera segment

• Must be able to work in Toronto

• Video submission required (applications without video will not be considered)

Compensation

• $500 per session

• $1,000 usage fee (only if featured in the final cut)