The Owens family is officially back to cast a new spell! Set 25 years after the 1998 cult classic, “Practical Magic 2” is sweeping into theaters this weekend, with the long-awaited sequel premiering on Sept. 10. Original icons Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Stockard Channing, and Dianne Wiest return to their roles, joined by a fresh coven including Joey King, Maisie Williams, Lee Pace, and Xolo Maridueña. If you’re looking to add some witchcraft to your own craft, channel that Owens energy and apply it to these fantasy and romance gigs seeking talent today.
“Eris”
Join the cast of a proof-of-concept shoot for an original live-action dark fantasy TV series. Two actors, aged 28–40, are sought for the titular Eris, a primordial goddess, and Cole, a seasoned detective. Filming dates and locations are TBD. Pay is $500 for two days of work with reasonable travel expenses provided.
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“Thirty Three Eleven”
1863 Productions is casting “Thirty Three Eleven,” a short film about a couple’s date night that is interrupted by an ancestral spirit who disapproves of their unconventional union. Black Atlanta-based actors, aged 30–55, are sought for lead and supporting roles. Auditions will be held by appointment on Sept. 27–28. Talent will work in Atlanta on Oct. 29–Nov. 1. Pay is $275 per day
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Feature Film About Adventure, Fantasy, and Fortune
A Latina or white female actor, age 25–42, is sought for the outgoing, independent lead role in an indie feature film described as “Pirates of the Caribbean” meets “Indiana Jones.” Filming is scheduled for Oct. 5–23 in Orlando, Clearwater, and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Pay is $125 per day for up to three weeks of work.
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“Project Blue Rodent”
Oakview Films is seeking cast and crew for “Project Blue Rodent,” a fantasy-adventure film. Los Angeles-based actors, aged 18 and older, are sought for a variety of on-camera and voice roles, including multiple lead roles. Special skills, including martial arts experience, minor stunt work, and swordwork/blade choreography, will be needed for lead roles. Production is also hiring multiple crew roles, including a 3D model rigger, a VFX artist, a fight choreographer, and more. Filming will take place in L.A. with dates TBD. Pay is $1,000–$16,500 for the cast for up to 15 days of work. Crew rates are TBD.
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“Sparx”
Casting is underway for “Sparx,” a fantasy-action-drama short film about a young vampire who has to come out to her family before drawing her first blood. Actors of any gender, aged 18 and older, are sought for various lead and supporting roles, including the titular Sparx. Voiceover experience is preferred for the actor playing Sparx, as the role will also require voiceover work. Rehearsals will take place in the New York metropolitan area in early to mid-October, followed by filming over two weekends in late October (or remote for voice talent). Pay is $100–$120 per day for up to four days of work with meals, travel, and credit provided.
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“My Bloody hEX”
West of Weird Productions is now casting “My Bloody hEX,” a horror-comedy short following Helena, who, while feeling out of control in her love life, comes across a hex for exes in an old magazine one drunken night. Actors, aged 18–30, are sought for lead roles in the film, including Helena. Actors with a theatre background are preferred. Filming will take place in Austin, Texas, and its surrounding areas on Nov. 13–15. Pay is $200 per day for two or three days of work with copy, credit, and meals provided.
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Rock Cauldron Cabaret, Sanderson Sisters
Rock Cauldron Cabaret, a theatrical rock concert featuring The Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus,” is now casting female and nonbinary performers, aged 30–55, to play the witch trio. Strong singing and movement skills are required, as are strong improv and character skills. Rehearsals are scheduled for early September, followed by performances on Sept. 28–Nov. 7 in Orlando, Florida, and Salem, Massachusetts. Pay is $1,200–$1,500 per week with housing provided.
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“Age of Fantasy: The Lady, The Wizard, and The Knight”
Fair Studios Productions is seeking talent for “Age of Fantasy: The Lady, The Wizard, and The Knight,” a dark fantasy short film as a proof of concept for a larger story universe. Production is casting talent, aged 10–65, for a wide variety of characters, including elves, dwarf warriors, mages, townsfolk, and more. Talent will work around the Greater L.A. area with dates TBD. Pay is $150–$300 per day for up to 10 days of work with meals and IMDb credit included.
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“The Lost Healer”
Casting continues for “The Lost Healer,” a fantasy adventure film about a young princess who must locate a forbidden relic to save her kingdom from the tyrant who killed her parents. Nationwide actors, aged 25–60, are sought for supporting and day player roles, including Cailean, a knight assigned to patrol the woods. Production is also now hiring a set builder. Rehearsals are scheduled for this winter, followed by filming at various locations in Kentucky in May and June 2027. Pay is $200–$300 per day for up to seven days of work.
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“Fantasy Fright: The Immersive Dark Fantasy Maze Experience”
Fantasy Fright, a live immersive dark fantasy Halloween maze in Carlsbad, California, is now casting local actors, aged 18 and older, to play Lady Bryn, Sir Eyrton, and more during the upcoming Halloween season. Production is also hiring an operations manager. Rehearsals are scheduled for mid-to-late September, followed by performances on Oct. 2–Nov. 1. Pay is $2,600–$3,600 for actors and $4,500 for crew.
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