Movies and TV Shows Casting in Durham

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Movies and TV shows casting in Durham

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.

Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Durham, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'Sans Toi'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Robert (supporting, male, 40-60)
--- Master Quan (supporting, male, 55-65)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Durham, North Carolina
- Learn more about the short film here

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'The Pelican (up to 23 episodes)'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Brandon (lead, male, 18-25)
- Average hourly rate: $93
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Max (lead, male, 25-35)
- Average hourly rate: $125
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Flirtologist'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Reese (lead, female, 14-19)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the short film here

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'How Married People Talk About Marriage'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Will (lead, male, 20-35)
--- Samuel (lead, male, 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $21
- Casting locations: Richmond, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina
- Learn more about the short film here

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'"C.Auris"'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Hospital Staff (background extra, 21-65)
--- C.Auris (lead, male, 30-50)
--- Nurse Mia (supporting, female, 30-45)
- Average hourly rate: $28
- Casting locations: Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Sirene'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Brandon (day player, male, 25-35)
--- Martin (day player, male, 25-35)
--- Andres (day player, male, 50-70)
- Average hourly rate: $14
- Casting locations: Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the scripted show here