Fans are waiting with equal parts excitement and sadness for the fifth season of “Stranger Things.” It will be the final installment of the Netflix hit show and the last go-around for Eleven, Mike, and the rest of the Hawkins gang versus the Upside Down. Though no date has been set yet regarding when we can expect Season 5 to drop, you don’t have to wait for your own sci-fi or horror adventure. Audition for these great gigs casting talent now.
“Voltaic Blood”
A retro sci-fi horror short film is casting for its July 17–23 shoot in Murrieta, California. Production is filling multiple roles, including a lead male actor, aged 28–38, to play Michael, a lead female actor, aged 40–55, to play Elizabeth, and a supporting female actor, aged 18–28, to play Nadia. The role of Elizabeth pays a flat rate of $100–$150 for an estimated two days of work. The roles of Michael and Nadia pay a flat rate of $100–$150 for an estimated three days of work.
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“Before The Night Comes”
A sci-fi short film is casting for its April 21–23 shoot in New York. Production is looking for a lead male actor, aged 25–40, to play Tally, a lead male actor, aged 25–40, to play Marcus, and a lead female actor, aged 30–50, to play Mildred. All roles pay $125 per day for an estimated three days of work.
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Cult Classic B-Horror Film
A nonunion feature film is casting for its August shoot near Stanwood, Iowa. Production is filling multiple roles, including a lead male actor, aged 45–57, to play Donny, a supporting female actor, aged 35–47, to play Chris, and a supporting female actor, aged 8–11, to play Becky. All roles pay $100 per day for an estimated eight days of work.
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“Revolt: Exodus - Parable 1”
Casting is underway for a new science fiction series pilot. Much like Eleven, the protagonist of this program is a 16-year-old girl, hunted by a government afraid of her supernatural abilities. The show is looking for Black female talent, aged 18–21, for the leading role. They also are searching for Black female talent, aged 25–40, Black male talent, aged 34–54, Middle Eastern female talent, aged 26–46, and more or a variety of supporting roles. Production has been delayed due to COVID-19, so dates are TBD. Pay ranges from $150–$250 per day, depending on the role.
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“What Happened to Dorothy Bell?”
This feature-length horror film is looking for talent for several roles. This project will have a festival run from 2023–2024. Shoots August 26-September 1 in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Pays $125 per day with meals included.
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