Movies and TV Shows Casting in Newark

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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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'72 Hours,' Bouncers'

- 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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'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: $38
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'BARE EXPRESSION[working title]'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Nic (lead, male, 25-45)
--- Natalie (supporting, female, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- 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: $88
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'A24 Horror Series 'Mama's Boy,' Still Photo Shoot'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Featured Crawling Baby (9-14 months) for Still Photo Shoot (background extra, 0-100)
- Average hourly rate: $43
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'Memoria'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Dean (lead, male, 26-32)
--- Anna (day player, female, 25-30)
--- Detective Marshall (supporting, male, 45-55)
- Average hourly rate: $17
- 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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'Mama's Boy'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- 1970s High School Students (background extra, 18-25)
--- 1970s High School Students Aged 13-16 (background extra, 13-16)
--- 1970's BBQ attendees- Tent. Works 7/8 (NonSAG Covered) (background extra, 18-98)
- Average hourly rate: $18
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'Mama's Boy'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Featured 1970s Attractive Man in Tight Pants (background extra, male, 20-50)
- Average hourly rate: $27
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'72 Hours,' Club Goers'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Miami Club Goers W/ Club Dance Experience (background extra, 18-35)
- Average hourly rate: $28
- Casting locations: Newark, New Jersey
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
--- Max (lead, 25-35)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Progeny,' Lead Roles - Nationwide Casting'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Emily Keith (lead, female, 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Exit 17'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Jessica Hughes (supporting, 28-40)
--- Stephanie (day player, female, 18-35)
--- Casting PA (crew)
- Average hourly rate: $28
- Casting locations: New York City, New York
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Schism'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Yara (lead, female, 18-25)
--- Mom (lead, female, 50-65)
--- ADVISOR (supporting, male, 50-80)
- Average hourly rate: $31
- Casting locations: New York City, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Boston, Massachusetts
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Seula Beag'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Male Actor (lead, male, 35-55)
--- Female Actor (supporting, female, 35-55)
--- Gaffer (crew)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: Boston, Massachusetts; New York City, New York
- Learn more about the short film here