Movies and TV shows casting in Newark

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May 28, 2025
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Movies and TV shows casting in Newark

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 Newark, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'The Invisible Owner'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- LEAD FEMALE (lead, female, 18-30)
--- Female (lead, female, 18-30)
--- MALE (lead, male, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $62
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'72 Hours,' Club Performers'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Attractive Club Performers W/ Club Dance Experience (Okay W/ Topless) (background extra, female, 18-37)
- Average hourly rate: $87
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'72 Hours,' Shirtless Club Performers'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Attractive Club Performers W/ Club Dance Experience (Okay W/ Shirtless) (background extra, male, 18-37)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Dexter: Resurrection,' Gala Attendees'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Gala Attendee (background extra, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'Morning Rush'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Cinematographer (crew)
--- Kevin (lead, male, 20-30)
--- Agent B (lead, male, 25-35)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Fingertips'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Kai (lead, female, non-binary, 18-28)
- Average hourly rate: $12
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the short film here

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'72 Hours,' Beautiful Guests'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Beautiful Guests (background extra, female, 18-40)
- Average hourly rate: $27
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'I'm Sorry For Your Loss'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Sound Mixer (crew)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the short film here

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'72 Hours'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- High End Club Bouncers (background extra, male, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: $18
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Ann (supporting, female, 20-35)
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Moon Eyes'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Jewel (lead, female, 18-21)
--- Reuben (lead, male, 18-21)
- Average hourly rate: $62
- Casting locations: Boston, Massachusetts; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Vengeance for Hire'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Carey Hilton (supporting, female, 25-35)
--- Zack (supporting, 30-40)
--- Gloria Benson (supporting, female, 31-44)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lucien'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Ariel (lead, female, 20-30)
- Average hourly rate: $20
- Casting locations: New York City, New York
- Learn more about the short film here

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