Major streamers, such as HBO and Netflix, are producing must-watch television series on a regular basis. From “House of the Dragon” and “Euphoria” to “Stranger Things” and “Wednesday,” there’s no shortage of critically acclaimed shows being watched—and being talked about. Do you hope to one day star in a hit series? Now is your chance to join a major project by auditioning for one of these gigs. From award winners to new series, here’s our roundup of HBO, Netflix, and more great gigs looking for talent.
A Major Returning HBO Series
A returning HBO series is looking for background talent. The production wants talent, aged 18–40, to play upscale patrons at a TikTok house party, talent, aged 25–80, to play patrons of a seedy club, plus more. Shooting is this year in the Los Angeles, California area. Talent will be paid $140–$240 per day, depending on union status. HBO series slated to return later in 2025 and 2026 include “Euphoria” season 3, “And Just Like That…” season 3, "Hacks" season 4, and “Industry” season 4.
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Discovery Channel Historical Reenactment Scenes
A Discovery Channel television show wants talent, aged 18 and up, for historical reenactment scenes. Young talent, aged 3–17, are also encouraged to apply. Shooting is March 18–20 in San Diego, California. Talent will be paid a full-day rate.
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Feature Film: “The Girl With No Talent”
The feature film “The Girl With No Talent” is looking for actors. The satirical story is about a self-absorbed agent must use an inexperienced actress to achieve his dream of making a movie. The production wants Latina, white, or multiethnic female talent, aged 18–25, to play the naive Charlotte, Latino or white male talent, aged 40–48, to play the charming and pompous Benny, plus more. Shooting is in the Southeast of the US and Los Angeles, California. Principal roles will be paid $15,500–$25,500 per week; supporting roles will be paid $5,500–$15,500 per week, depending on the role.
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Cyber Crime Documentary
A new documentary based on “To Catch a Predator” wants female talent, aged 18 and up, to play a high school student addicted to social media. Shooting is in Los Angeles, California. Talent will be paid $200 per day, negotiable.
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YouTube: “Extreme One Color Hide and Seek”
The YouTube comedy series “Extreme One Color Hide and Seek” is seeking male talent, aged 18 and up, to play a bounty hunter. Shooting is March 18–19 in Orange County, California. Talent will be paid $200–$400 for a 9-hour shoot.
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Netflix Short Film: “XOLO”
The short film “XOLO” is seeking Latino or Indigenous Peoples talent of any gender, aged 18 and up, to play the Aztec god Xolotl. Talent must be comfortable with body paint and working with a dog, and will speak Nahuatl on camera with the help of a consultant. The LFI/Netflix Inclusion fellowship is producing the film. Shooting is in Los Angeles, California. Talent will be paid $300 per day.
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Comedy Golf Series from “Workaholics” Director
A comedy golf series from the director of “Workaholics” wants talent. The production is seeking male talent, aged 18–20, to play a young skater, and female talent, aged 18–20, to play a mean teenager who is super confident. Shooting is in Simi Valley, California. Talent will be paid $227.20 for a 10-hour day.
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Series Pilot: “Lyric & Melody”
The pilot episode of a new musical drama series needs talent. “Lyric & Melody” explores themes of family and redemption against the backdrop of a struggling music venue. The production is looking for actors and singer-songwriters to join the cast. Shooting is this fall in Tuckerton, New Jersey. Talent will be paid $200–$500 per day.
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Streaming Feature Film: “The Devil’s Hostage”
The feature film “The Devil’s Hostage” is looking for talent. The chilling horror feature is about a group of thieves who break into a house for their final score, unknowingly unleashing a demon. The film is set to release on streaming platforms. The production wants talent of any gender, aged 21–35, to play the petty criminal Riley, talent of any gender, aged 30–60, to play a home owner, plus more. Shooting is late April–early May in the Southeast. Talent will be paid $150 per day, plus travel and lodging for out-of-state talent.
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New Media Streaming Series: “2”
The new media streaming series “2” is seeking talent. The supernatural thriller is set in the desert and combines grounded sci-fi with modern-day myth. The production wants female talent, aged 18–31, to play the wise Hope, a good friend and possible love interest, male talent, aged 25–40, to play the unsavory rogue Dowan, plus more. Shooting will take place internationally this year. Talent will be paid $4,000 per week or $1,200 per day, depending on the role.
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For more acting opportunities, check out these pages:
- Paid acting auditions
- Television auditions
- Netflix auditions
- HBO auditions
- Hulu auditions
- Disney+ auditions
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