Summer may be officially over, but we’re getting more time together at Cousins, after all! The third and final season of Prime Video’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty” was released in July, but last week, the streamer officially greenlit a feature film that will wrap up the story of the hit series. Details and release dates are being kept under wraps, but stars Lola Tung, Gavin Casalegno, and Christopher Briney will return. For more life and love stories to keep you busy until we’re back with Belly and the boys, we’ve rounded up some of the best coming-of-age, teen, and romance projects looking for talent now!
“We Meet Again”
Casting is underway for “We Meet Again,” a genre-bending, coming-of-age fantasy proof-of-concept for a TV series. New York City-based actors, aged 16–60, are wanted for several lead and supporting roles, including the protagonist Aera, a high school junior whose life is upended when she awakens the defiant spirit of her past incarnation, Korea’s last queen. Multiple roles require the ability to speak Korean. Filming will take place on Nov. 8–9 in NYC or New Jersey and Dec. 6–7 in NYC. Pay is $450.
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“Other Girls”
Join the cast of “Other Girls,” a coming-of-age movie about 14-year-old Max and his struggle with his identity as he battles his secret love for his best friend, Carter. A young male actor, age 13–25, is wanted to play the lead role of Max. Talent must be able to ride a bike. Filming is scheduled for early October at the Pratt Institute Campus, Coney Island, and Fort Greene in NYC. Pay is $100 for four days of work with meals and transportation provided.
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“For the Love of Fashion”
Join the cast of “For the Love of Fashion,” a heartfelt coming-of-age romance feature following gifted fashion student Breana, who secretly designs clothes for her struggling roommate and others while hiding her own privileged background. Actors, aged 22–35, are wanted for supporting and day player roles, including Rae, Breana’s roommate and best friend. The actor playing Rae must also be able to sing and play guitar. Filming is scheduled for the week of Dec. 14 in Killeen, Texas. Pay is $165–$1,500 for up to five days of work.
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Feature Film For A-List Director
Violette Trotter Casting is seeking talent for a coming-of-age music drama feature from an award-winning director and the producer of A24’s Oscar-winning “The Brutalist,” which follows a teenage dropout and his ambitious younger brother as they form a band in their final years of high school. A young male actor who is blind or has low vision, aged 14–25, is currently wanted to play the starring role of Eli. Previous acting experience is not required. Music skills are a plus, but not required. Talent will work in Upstate New York with dates TBD. Pay is $1,246 per day for a planned 30 days of work with housing and transportation provided.
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“Eating The Ocean”
Violette Trotter Casting is also seeking talent for “Eating The Ocean,” a coming-of-age dramatic feature film from director Max Tullio and producers Berkshire Entertainment and Galt Niederhoffer. A white male actor, age 18–24, is wanted to play the starring role of Isaac. Production is specifically seeking queer, plus-sized talent for the role. Talent must be comfortable portraying simulated masturbation and intimacy. Filming is scheduled for mid-2026 in Southern California. Pay is $1,056 per day for a planned 30 days of work. Housing and transportation will be provided.
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“Summer Thing”
Casting is underway for “Summer Thing,” a short film about the thriller of first love and summer love, and following Aurora, who, on her last day in Florida, is trying to savor every moment with a girl she was never supposed to fall in love with. Two female actors, aged 18–22, are now wanted for the lead roles. Filming will take place over three days in October or November in Los Angeles. Pay is $250 per day.
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“The Purest Form”
Casting is underway for “The Purest Form,” a feature coming-of-age romantic comedy. Los Angeles-based actors, aged 8 and older, are wanted for several roles in the film, including the lead roles of Nick and Casey. Additionally, production is hiring a director of photography and a production assistant. Talent will begin filming on Oct. 8 in L.A. Pay is $30–$150 per day for up to nine days of work for actors and $50–$600 per day for up to 12 days of work for crew.
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“Rory’s Guide to Falling in Love with a Superhero”
Join “Rory’s Guide to Falling in Love with a Superhero,” a 10-minute queer coming-of-age mini-pilot/proof-of-concept following Rory, who is saved by a mysterious vigilante who seems strangely familiar. Actors, aged 15–19, are wanted for the lead roles of Rory and Alex, as well as a supporting role. Some stunt work will be required for the role of Alex. Rehearsals will take place this fall in Orange, California, and via Zoom, with filming to follow over three days in mid-to-late January in Los Angeles and Orange County. Pay is $100 per day with meals and crafty provided.
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“Moon Eyes”
Casting continues for “Moon Eyes,” a feature-length, art-forward, coming-of-age romance musical drama. Production is still seeking a male actor-musician, age 18–23, for the co-starring role of Reuben. Talent must be able to confidently portray an individual aged 16–17 and be able to play acoustic guitar and sing. Filming is tentatively scheduled for Spring 2026, over 15 days in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Pay is $500 per day for an estimated 15 shoot days with travel and lodging provided.
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“Atlantic Avenue”
Join the cast of “Atlantic Avenue,” a feature-length narrative drama set in Wildwood, New Jersey, with themes of substance abuse and underage drinking. Talent, aged 13–24, is wanted for several roles, including the lead roles of Owen and Danielle. Some fight choreography will be required for multiple roles, as well as non-sexual intimacy. Filming is scheduled for January, May, and July 2026. Pay is $400–$1,000 for up to 15 days of work for most roles, though two roles are unpaid. Travel, lodging, and meals will be provided.
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“Having a Blast”
“Having a Blast,” a coming-of-age film set in 1995, is seeking actors, aged 10–78, for various roles in the film, including the lead role of Jack. Filming will begin before the end of summer through the next year in New York. Pay is $100 per day for up to 48 days of work.
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“This Joke’s On You”
Stoop Films & Production is casting actors for “This Joke’s On You,” a bold, heartwarming, and hilarious romantic comedy that explores modern relationships, social media fame, and the consequences of turning love into content as a rising stand-up comic, Tammi Carter, roasts her boyfriend in a viral bit that causes her career to skyrocket but their relationship to unravel. New York City-based actors, aged 12–75, are wanted for several lead and supporting roles in the film, including Tammi. Strong comedic timing, including a stand-up or improv background, is required for talent playing Tammi and multiple other roles. Production is also hiring multiple crew positions, including a sound operator and editor, and is also seeking content creators for digital hype and more. Talent will work on Oct. 13–24 in Brooklyn and Queens. Pay is $250 per day with meals, credit, and footage provided, plus future appearance rates TBD.
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