Love ‘Gladiator II’? Apply to These Action Gigs

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This Friday, Nov. 22, Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II” premieres in U.S. theaters. The long-awaited sequel to 2000’s historical epic stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and more. If you’re looking to get in on the action, plenty of historical dramas and action films are seeking talent today— check them out below!

“Imperium Wars”

ACC Films, Inc. is now casting talent for “Imperium Wars,” a dramatic period feature film that follows the exploits of Charlotte Constantinopolous and her missionary family in China during the Qing-Manchu Dynasty. Actors, aged 8–50, are wanted for several lead and supporting roles, including Charlotte. Production is also hiring multiple crew positions, including a sound technician, an assistant director, and more. Filming will take place in Colorado and in San Diego, California, with dates TBD. Pay is $116–$160 per day for up to 40 days of work.

Want this gig? Apply here.

“Three the Hardway”

Casting is underway for “Three the Hardway,” an action-packed, emotionally charged feature film centered around three dynamic women who come together to take down a ruthless crime lord and rescue their loved ones. Actors, aged 18–60, are wanted for various roles in the film, including the starring roles of Karrel, a former military strategist; Tai, a martial arts champion; and Laura, a brilliant tech expert. Submissions must be received by Feb. 21, 2025. Rehearsals begin in March, followed by filming in April in Atlanta, Georgia. Pay is $100 per day with meals provided.

Want this gig? Apply here.

New Action Romance

Magic Media USA is now casting talent for a new action-romance short film intended to become a full-length feature. A female actor, age 20–36, to play Jenny, a CIA special agent recruited to be their never-miss assassin. Rehearsals will begin in November, followed by filming in December. Pay is $800 for two days of work, with food and drinks provided.

Want this gig? Apply here.

“2”

Desert Palm Productions is seeking worldwide talent for “2,” an indie streaming series covering multiple genres (classic tragedy, urban fantasy, modern-day myth, neo-Western noir, and more). Actors, aged 8–75, are wanted for various roles in the series, including leads. Additionally, production is hiring multiple crew positions, including a script/continuity supervisor, a first assistant director, and more. Filming will take place internationally in 2025. Pay is $1,200 per day or $4,000 per week, depending on the role, for up to three weeks of work.

Want this gig? Apply here.

“Theodora The Great The Short”

Casting is underway for a historical drama feature film following a famed and infamous Constantinopolitan actor who becomes aware that the nephew of an aging Emperor (and himself a potential Emperor) is attracted to her and becomes determined to win her place at the head of the Imperial family. Actors, aged 18–35, are wanted for various roles, including the starring role of Theodora. Filming will take place in late Summer 2025 in Greeley, Colorado. Pay is $116–$160 per day for up to 14 days of work.

Want this gig? Apply here.