Vertical Drama
Greater London
Apply by 25th September 2026, 17:00
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We are casting for several new vertical dramas for Shorties Studios all shooting before the end of December. These vertical dramas are being produced for one of the largest global platforms.
Unexpected Xmas Love Story
Ruthless, late-40s food critic Claudia Hayes writes a career-making hit piece that destroys Locke’s, London's chicest restaurant, along with the dream of its arrogant, early-30s Michelin-starred chef, Leo Carter. In retaliation, Leo slaps her with a devastating defamation lawsuit. Unbeknownst to them, their respective bosses engineered the restaurant's downfall to ruin both of them. Forced to work together at Locke's until Christmas to salvage the restaurant and their careers, Claudia and Leo’s bitter war ignites into an explosive, uncontrollable attraction.
Please note - These dates may potentially change by a few days. Please flag any days N/A during the week before and after these dates. The shoot in the first week of November are the exterior shots and therefore crucial to the shoot. - Dates
- Shoot scheduled October 19th -23rd October Plus one day 6th November.
Rehearsals, Table Read & Fittings - October 14th, 15th or 16th (if fitting and table read are on the same day a half day rate will be given, up to 6 hours)
Roles
Female Lead - Claudia Hayes
Female Only
39 - 53
Male Lead - Leo Carter
Male Only
26 - 35
Supporting role - Diana
Female Only
30 - 60
Supporting role - Shane
Male Only
39 - 60
Roles Details
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- Male Lead - Leo Carter
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Leo is handsome/sexy and arrogant. He is a Michelin-starred chef who considers his kitchen staff family. He is strongly connected to the people he is close to so even though he has superior air to him he loves those he cares about fiercely. He is determined to buy the restaurant Locke's and vows revenge on Claudia who damaged his reputation with a career-destroying lawsuit after her review ruins his dream. We are looking for an actor who is a cross between Lucas Bravo from Emily in Paris and Jeremy Allen White.
Actor will be needed for all shoot dates - Salary
- £400 per day £200 for rehearsal - full day ( if needed) £50 for wardrobe / fitting up to 2 hours £200 (if fitting and table read are on the same day up to 6 hours) Travel costs capped at £15 per day on public transport. Please provide receipts. If location is outside of London we will provide hotel and transport and per diem of £25 per day. All shoot days are 11+1 All Fees are including agent fees and are N/N.
- Gender
- Male Only
- Age
- 26 - 35
Please read the job description and character details carefully. Only make an application if you fully meet the casting brief. Please do not make speculative applications.
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