Movies and TV shows casting in Raleigh

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

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'For The Birds'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Coco (supporting, female, 18-36)
- Average hourly rate: $12
- Casting locations: Raleigh, North Carolina
- Learn more about the short 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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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Ann (supporting, female, 20-35)
--- Jenna (day player, 18-30)
- 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:
--- Tanner Keith (lead, male, 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Jewel Thieves'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Robert Monroe (lead, male, 30-50)
--- Kay Monroe (lead, female, 25-39)
--- Sarah (supporting, female, 35-50)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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'This Is My Body'

- Project type: documentary
- Roles:
--- Documentary Subject (lead, female, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, trans female, trans male, 21-100)
--- Intimacy Coordinator (crew)
--- Second Camera Op (crew)
- Average hourly rate: $100
- Casting locations: Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the documentary here

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'Spiritual Wickedness in High Places'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Eleanor (lead, female, 18-100)
--- Deacon Robert (lead, male, 30-100)
--- Director of Photography (crew)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Norfolk, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia
- Learn more about the feature film here

This story was produced by Backstage and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.