Film Auditions & Casting Calls in the US
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Feature, short and student film auditions
From independent features and web series to student films, new movie auditions are added across the US all the time. Create your free profile and turn on instant job alerts to apply as soon as a suitable role is posted.
From studio features to independent films, web series and student productions, the US casts on-screen talent year round in lead, supporting and background roles. Read each casting brief carefully and apply only where you genuinely fit the part.
Browse the live film opportunities below, or see all US acting jobs.
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
California
5th Dec 2026
RAIN is a captivating feature film, rich with emotional depth, produced by Paul P Lockett Studios under the direction of Paul P Lockett Productions.
The narrative centers on Rain, a reserved young woman whose difficult childhood has significantly influenced her identity and trust in others. Under the watchful eye of her older cousin Ace, a devot...
RAIN
$250 - $1,250
Female Only
18 - 28
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
ACE
$250 - $1,250
Male Only
18 - 28
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
VANESSA
$250 - $1,250
Female Only
35 - 55
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
ERIC
$250 - $1,250
Male Only
35 - 55
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
PASTOR CALVIN
$250 - $1,250
Male Only
40 - 60
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
Florida
29th Nov 2026
Seeking young and adult performers for the film 'Scrambled'
Synopsis: A 12-year-old girl, feeling isolated at summer camp, becomes involved in a disastrous chicken-stealing prank. In the chaos, she discovers an unexpected companion in a talking egg, which leads her to confront the guilt of her actions and discover an unlikely friendship.
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
Florida
26th Nov 2026
Casting call for main and supporting roles in "ROOTBLOOD," an independent supernatural horror film. The story follows a woman who comes into possession of a mysterious artifact, releasing an ancient force connected to her family's Puerto Rican roots. The film is produced by Dolphin Image Films.
Emma
$3,250
Female Only
30 - 45
Latino / Hispanic
Will
$2,000
Male Only
30 - 50
Abuela Luz
$200
Female Only
65 - 85
Latino / Hispanic
Samantha
$1,200
Female Only
21 - 30
White
Carol
$450
Female Only
21 - 30
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
Georgia
23rd Nov 2026
Seeking actors for the lead role of Maya in "Black Is the Color," an independent feature film.
The story follows Maya, a woman recently released from prison who embarks on a journey to Atlanta in search of her missing lover from prison. Her obsession leads her deep into the city's underworld, compelling her to face past traumas and confront her...
Maya
Female Only
27 - 38
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
California
23rd Nov 2026
Seeking actors for two female roles in a Proof of Concept for a television pilot.
The story centers on Faith, a bi-racial (Black-Korean) adoptee, who uncovers a photograph revealing the existence of two sisters she never knew she had. This revelation propels Faith on a quest to reunite with her lost siblings and rediscover her cultural roots, a...
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
California
1st Jan 2027
Seeking actors for lead, supporting, and minor roles in a psychological thriller/mystery/drama feature film.
Written and directed by Hassan Mageye, the story centers on 16-year-old John Bullock, whose evolving mental state puts pressure on his family and young caregiver, Eva. She must unravel unsettling secrets to avoid becoming entangled in th...
John Bullock
$1,500 - $2,000
Male Only
16 - 19
White
Donna Bullock
$1,000 - $2,000
Female Only
40 - 55
White
Eva
$2,000 - $3,000
Female Only
20 - 28
Black - African
Black - Caribbean
Black - Other
Benjamin Bullock
$1,000 - $1,500
Male Only
45 - 65
White
Lucas
$800 - $1,200
Male Only
25 - 30
White
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
Pennsylvania
22nd Nov 2026
Casting call for a short film that delves into the systemic imbalance of power between a boss and an assistant, highlighting how the boss regularly claims credit for the assistant's hard work, overshadowing their efforts. This project combines feminist themes with a classic murder mystery, set to be released just in time for Halloween.
Hercule Poirot
$200
Male Only
18 - 100
White
Miss Lemonde
$200
Female Only
18 - 100
White
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
Pennsylvania
19th Nov 2026
Seeking actresses to portray the role of Crying Woman in a unique film project. The narrative centers on a funeral director who, in his spare time, pursues stand-up comedy. His life becomes chaotic due to the interference of four spectral visitors who disrupt his daily routine and comedic acts. The film blends elements of drama, comedy, and fantasy...
Crying Woman
$600
Female Only
25 - 45
White
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
Hawaii
13th Nov 2026
CHERRY OAK is a short narrative film and a project from the Hawaiʻi International Film Festival Producers Lab, featuring an acclaimed script and an experienced filmmaking team. The story revolves around an elderly Hawaiian matriarch who decides to take control of her destiny by ending her life. She reaches out to her estranged daughter with one las...
Tūtū Moana
Female Only
55 - 100
Abby
Female Only
30 - 50
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
California
28th Nov 2026
Casting call for two lead roles in "Thunderstorm," a non-union student short film by ArtCenter College of Design. This project is an adaptation of Cao Yu's play and takes place in the opulent drawing room of a wealthy household in 1890s England. The plot centers on Rose, who is attempting to prevent Adrian, her stepson and former lover, from leavin...
Rose Gray
$200
Female Only
25 - 40
Adrian Gray
$200
Male Only
20 - 35
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
Texas
15th Nov 2026
Seeking actors for a lead role in a short film inspired by 2 Samuel 11-13. The story, narrated from King David's viewpoint, delves into his ethical downfall, the repercussions of his decisions, and the hope found in God's lasting promise.
David
$650
Male Only
50 - 59
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
New York
12th Nov 2026
Casting for THE RECITAL, a crime thriller indie film featuring an absurdist and darkly comedic twist, set within a claustrophobic, confined space.
Director/Writer - Bryan Yanbing Lee. A Malaysian-American filmmaker, Bryan Yanbing Lee graduated from NYU's Film & TV program in 2024, where he was guided by industry professionals like Jon Watts. His...
Victim/Man
Unpaid
Male Only
20 - 50
THE CLIENT/MASKED MAN
$249
Male Only
30 - 50
YOUNG CLARA
$249
Female Only
10 - 12
Asian - Chinese
Asian - Other
Henchman
$249
Male Only
25 - 50
Film (Short / Student)
Non-Union Job
New York
14th Nov 2026
Casting for "The Associate," a dark comedy-drama. The story follows a disillusioned man who has traveled from state to state and country to country in pursuit of purpose, love, and a sense of belonging. We are looking for performers who can deliver naturalistic and emotionally grounded performances.
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
31st Dec 2026
Casting for the feature film "Song of The Siren." Synopsis: A love story so unique it only occurs once in a lifetime, leaving an everlasting impact that shapes one's entire existence. For those who have dared to grasp their inner daimon, even for a brief, trembling moment, this experience will resonate deeply. For Adrian, it was a fateful encounter...
Siren
$3,750 - $7,500
Female Only
18 - 30
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
New Jersey
1st Jan 2027
"Blue" is the upcoming feature film from writer and director Evan Marcewicz, following his debut work, "Echo Point."
"Blue" is an independent, PG-rated family drama that highlights themes of family, hope, and the deep connection between people and animals.
Synopsis: Set against the serene backdrop of rural New Jersey, a young couple and their...
Jack (Husband)
$3,500
Male Only
35 - 50
White
Latino / Hispanic
Sarah (Wife)
$3,500
Female Only
25 - 40
Jayden (Adopted Son)
$3,000
Male Only
18 - 100
White
Latino / Hispanic
David
$1,000
Male Only
35 - 60
Ruth (David's Wife)
$750
Female Only
35 - 60
Nathan (Blue's Original Owner)
$750
Male Only
35 - 50
White
Latino / Hispanic
Karen (Adoption Agent)
$200
Female Only
18 - 100
White
Latino / Hispanic
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
Fulton County
25th Feb 2027
Fresh Air is a character-driven independent feature exploring family, identity, and the uncertain transition into adulthood. Set against the natural beauty of North Georgia, the film follows a recent college graduate as he navigates family obligations, personal ambition, and unexpected relationships while searching for a life that feels authentical...
Film (Feature)
Non-Union Job
1st Dec 2026
Look Inside is a realistic crime/thriller feature film reminiscent of Prisoners, Zodiac, and Memories of Murder. It follows a keen-eyed security guard who works in a perpetually rainy grocery store parking lot. She becomes suspicious of a car that hasn't been moved in months. Driven by curiosity, she enters the car, only to feel an overwhelming sen...
Nicole Monroe
$1,200 - $2,400
Female Only
20 - 33
Julian Jones
$1,200 - $2,400
Male Only
21 - 35
Mason Colloway
$1,200 - $2,400
Male Only
17 - 30
Savina
$1,200 - $2,400
Female Only
12 - 18
Latino / Hispanic
Noelia
$1,200 - $2,400
Female Only
12 - 19
David Colloway
$1,200 - $2,400
Male Only
45 - 65
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