Movies and TV shows casting in Milwaukee

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July 30, 2025
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Movies and TV shows casting in Milwaukee

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

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'Psychological Horror Dark Fantasy Film'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Julian (supporting, male, 18-24)
--- Reina (lead, female, 18-24)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'And The Record Spins'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Jasmine (lead, female, 25-40)
--- Veronica (lead, female, 24-40)
--- Bethanne Carmine (Best friend) (supporting, female, 24-40)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Learn more about the short film here

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'The House by the Marsh'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Matt (lead, male, 18-100)
--- Casandra Tracy (lead, female, 18-100)
--- Jen (lead, female, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Experimental Hospital Film'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Nurse – Any Gender (supporting, 18-35)
--- Young Adult to Middle Age – Male (lead, male, 20-40)
--- Middle-Aged Adults – Male (lead, 40-60)
- Average hourly rate: $33
- Casting locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

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

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'Assassin League Episode II'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- James (lead, male, 21-31)
--- Production Assistant (crew)
--- Lead Stunt Performer (other, male, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $83
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Cotton Eye Joe,' Horror Feature'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Blair (lead, female, 18-29)
--- Stu (lead, male, 18-29)
--- Cheri (supporting, female, 18-29)
- Average hourly rate: $36
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Vertical Mini-Drama Series'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Will (lead, male, 25-35)
--- Sasha (lead, female, 25-35)
- Average hourly rate: $106
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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