Those searching for extra-acting jobs have come to the right place. Each week, we update this roundup to include the latest gigs in the industry for background work. From a major comedy sequel film to a major returning streaming series, these are the best background casting calls looking for talent now.
“Out The Kitchen”
Grant Wilfley Casting is continuing its search for background talent in the second season of a major returning streaming series. Production is currently casting talent with real military or police training, aged 25–55, to portray special ops agents. Talent will work in Pearl River, New York, on May 29 and June 1. Pay is $234 per day.
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Major Comedy Sequel
Alessi Hartigan Casting is currently seeking Los Angeles-based union and nonunion talent, aged 40 and older, to portray upscale event guests in background roles of a major comedy film sequel. Filming will take place this summer in the L.A. area. Pay is $144–$244 per day.
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“Yes And”
178 Blank Productions is now seeking L.A.-based nonunion talent, aged 18 and older, to portray improv comedy show audience members in “Yes And,” a feature comedy film featuring Chris Parnell, Margaret Cho, and more. Talent will work on May 30 in Hollywood. Pay is $100.
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“The Gilded Age,” Season 4
Casting continues for the fourth season of the HBO period drama “The Gilded Age.” Production is seeking Troy talent, aged 18 and older, to portray event guests in background roles. Talent will work on June 9–10 following a fitting. Pay is $187–$224 plus a fitting fee.
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Buffalo, Confidential TV Series
NYC-based talent, aged 30–50, is wanted to portray muggers and stabbers in featured background roles in a confidential popular TV series. Production is especially seeking contortionists, gymnasts, or dancers. Filming will take place in Astoria, Queens, dates TBD. Pay is $224–$400 per day.
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“Ghost”
Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking NYC-based union talent, aged 18–55, to portray scantily clad prisoners in “Ghost,” an upcoming feature film. Filming is tentatively scheduled for July 14. Pay is $400 plus a $50 bump.
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“The Woods” TV Show
Roman Candle Casting is casting talent for “The Woods,” a major upcoming TV series. Talent in the Beacon, New York, area, aged 6 and older, is wanted to portray 1970s summer camp kids, town pedestrians, and more. Filming is scheduled through September in and around Newburgh and Harriman. Pay is $187–$224 per day.
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Feature Film, Wellington
New Zealand-based talent with long natural hair, aged 18 and older, is now sought for background roles in a major feature film. Talent will work in Wellington in Winter 2026. Pay is NZ$300 per day for up to three days of work.
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