Movies and TV shows casting in Durham

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May 7, 2025
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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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'Ocean Lady'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- OL (supporting, female, 20-65)
--- Jacob (lead, male, 35-50)
--- Skip (lead, male, 50-70)
- Average hourly rate: $30
- Casting locations: Durham, North Carolina
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Untitled Feature Film'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Abigail (supporting, female, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: nationwide
- 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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'James'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Teacher (day player, 35-50)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Tone Deaf'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Ian (lead, male, 18-25)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Raleigh, North Carolina
- Learn more about the short film here

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'First Lades of Faith,' A DMS Studios Reality Show'

- Project type: reality TV
- Roles:
--- Staff (crew)
--- First Lady (, female, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Norfolk, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the reality TV show here

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