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Will Ferrell in Discussions to Star in Biopic About John Madden In a recent report from Deadline, it has been revealed that famous actor Will Ferrell is in talks to portray the iconic NFL figure John Madden. Several sources close to the project have confirmed these discussions. The biopic titled "Madden," which is currently being developed by Amazon and MGM, aims to chronicle the life and achievements of the legendary coach and color commentator. Leading the project as director is David O. Russell, known for his work on the film "Amsterdam" last year. Russell has co-written the script alongside Cambron Clark, and they were revising it when the writer's strike caused a temporary halt in the production. The production of "Madden" is being handled by Todd Black, Jonathan Shukat, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch for Escape Artists. The movie will be released as a Prime Video Sports Original. It will delve into the inspiring journey of John Madden, who served as the head coach for the Oakland Raiders and never experienced a single losing season during his remarkable ten-year tenure. It will also explore the challenges and pressures associated with his demanding job, his close friendship with Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis, and his eventual transition into commenting for CBS and Fox. In other news from the entertainment industry, check out the list of additions and removals from Netflix's streaming library for June 2023.

Ben Stiller's upcoming TV Series (Tumwater) is now casting and hiring actors in New York City. Casting directors are now hiring actors, models, and talent to work on scenes as it films in New York City. Producers are seeking the following roles: Stand-ins Actors Musicians About Tumwater: Details for the show have not been released. However, according to Deadline, Ben Stiller to direct and executive produced by Ben Stiller "Severance" for Apple TV. Deadline describes the show as follows: "Severance takes place at Lumen Industries, which is looking to take work-life balance to a new level. Tillman will play Milchick, an intensely earnest employee at the company." How to apply: To audition for a role in the upcoming Ben Stiller series, check out the casting call breakdown below. Extra Casting Calls Apple TV's 'Severance' Stand-ins Apple TV's 'Severance' Casting Call Stand-Ins needed for an amazing scene this Friday, 5/21 (an overnight shoot in Garnerville NY) for Ben Stillers new series, TUMWATER. Would HAVE to covid test at our facility in the Bronx tomorrow, Thursday 5/20. Accepting Union AND Non-Union submissions.  To Stand In for Tye Miller. 6'1" 160lbs, Brown eyes, Black Hair (med shoulder-length hair) To Stand In for Michael Caiazzo. 6'0" 135-155lbs, Blue eyes. To Stand In for Charles Henry Wood. 5'8" 150lbs, Light Brownish Hair, Brown eyes. Apply Now Club Scene Casting Call Casting BG for "TUMWATER" (directed by: Ben Stiller) - To portray: ANARCHIST PUNK MUSICIAN/PUNK CLUB SCENE Types. Facial Piercings, Mohawks, Tattoos, Shaved Heads, etc a PLUS! Ambrose Eagan Casting talent to create "busts" (wax figures; photo shoots, etc) for an upcoming TV series. "Ambrose Eagan": Historic CEO from early 1900's. 75 y/o (in 1940). Early 1900's PERIOD FACES encouraged. Short & mousy but vain, clearly trying & failing to mimic his father's majesty. Kind of a Bob Dylan look, but not cool. Baird Eagan Casting talent to create "busts" (wax figures; photo shoots, etc) for an upcoming TV series. "Baird Eagan": Historic CEO from mid 1900's. 57 y/o (in 1959). Mid 1900's PERIOD FACES encouraged. Tall, strong, barrel-chested, authoritative. Like Fred Gwynne from My Cousin Vinny. Gerhardt Eagan Casting talent to create "busts" (wax figures; photo shoots, etc) for an upcoming TV series. "Gerhardt Eagan": Historic CEO from mid-late 1900's, upscale types. 56 y/o (in 1976). Late 1900's PERIOD FACES encouraged. Big, hefty, grandiose. Orson Welles type. Pip Eagan Casting talent to create "busts" (wax figures; photo shoots, etc) for an upcoming TV series. "Pip Eagan": Historic CEO from late 1900's. 50 y/o (in 1987). Bar & Grille Owner Type. Late 1900's (1987-1999) PERIOD FACES encouraged. Muscular but weathered & craggy. A Mickey Rourke vibe. Leonara Eagan Casting talent to create "busts" (wax figures; photo shoots, etc) for an upcoming TV series. "Leonora Eagan": Historic CEO from (1999-2003). 44 y/o (in 1999). Clothing store owner type. Daughter of Pip. Approachable but authoritative. Amy Klobuchar type. Apply Here Get the latest entertainment jobs and networking opportunities here. Sign up with Project Casting today. Expired Casting Calls Musicians Casting Call CASTING (principal contract; potential music licensing): BAND, DJ or MUSICAL ACT for scene in tv series directed by Ben Stiller/Aoife McArdle; must feel ANTI-ESTABLISHMENT! We’re open to various acts, but energy must have anarchist vibe (like the show would feel dangerous for the average type!). Ideally, a Norwegian death metal scary vibe, but open to interpretations. Influences: Slowthai, Young Fathers, Gallows, Public Enemy, Dead Kennedys, Rage Against the Machine, Black Flag, Sleaford Mods, Bad Brains, Sex Pistols, Joy Division, Iggy Pop, Mura Masa. Could be an intimidating punk act w/an electronic or hiphop influence (so it feels current to underground, anti-establishment music now). Or the contemporary feel could come from tracks having a raw electronic bass line (Sleaford Mods) or samples could be mixed in. We welcome diversity & interesting faces/tattoos/styles/looks! **Submissions for band, email [email protected]!** ((note: we're also casting BG for this scene as "anti-establishment crowd" at the show; tattoos, head shavings, piercings, etc! BG submissions, email [email protected])) >> THANKS ALL! << Stand-ins Casting Call Yul Vazquez Stand-in URGENT Stand-In Casting! Male, Salt & Pepper hair, 5'10", 170 lbs (actor is Yul Vazquez; but NOTE: He has SALT & PEPPER hair. General sizes are shirt 16x32, Suit 40-42R, pants 33x32, med t-shirt). Must be avail for covid test 10/29 & work 10/30 in NYC (TUMWATER, directed by Ben Stiller). ** If avail/appropriate, pls email [email protected] ASAP!!! Incl current pics, sizing, contact info, etc! NYC BG -- pls alert others who may be right for this!! Thank you!! Zach Cherry Stand-In Stand In for: Zach Cherry - 5' 8", 230-260lbs, Brown/Blk eyes, Brown/Black Hair & FULL BEARD (See Reference Photo). To submit: Email us at [email protected]. In subject line please put (ATT. ADAM SI submit for Zach Cherry VIA DC). In body of email include; 3 CURRENT cell phone photos (1 close up, 1 standing front & 1 standing profile). Also, include Hair Color, Eye Color, Height/Weight, Shirt, Sleeve, Pants, Shoe, Suit Size, Chest & Neck. Lastly, please include if you're Union or Non-Union, where you reside (city/state), contact # & your Stand In experience. If you're not local to NY, MUST be available to work as a NY local if selected. Presently, this is for a tentative work day of 10/26 w/Covid testing on 10/23. Thanks! Patricia Arquette Stand-In Stand In for: Patricia Arquette - 5'1", 175lbs, Blue eyes, EXTREMELY IMPORTANT: (She'll have Long Grey/Salt n Pepper Hair). If you don't, please include if you're willing to dye your hair if selected & or wear a wig. MUST include SI exp. in NOTES section, all current measurements & if selected, be avail to work as a NY local. (See Reference Photo). Thanks! To submit: Email us at [email protected]. In subject line please put (ATT. ADAM SI submit for PATRICIA ARQUETTE VIA DC). In body of email include; 3 CURRENT cell phone photos (1 close up, 1 standing front & 1 standing profile). Also, include Hair Color, Eye Color, Height/Weight, Shirt, Sleeve, Pants, Shoe, Suit Size, Chest & Neck. Lastly, please include if you're Union or Non-Union, where you reside (city/state), contact # & your Stand In experience. If you're not local to NY, MUST be available to work as a NY local if selected. Presently, this is for a tentative work day of 10/26 w/Covid testing on 10/23. Thanks! Tramell Tillman Stand-in DeLisi Creative Casting - Stand Ins for: TUMWATER (directed by: Ben Stiller) Stand In for: Tramell Tillman - 5'11", 185lbs, Full Brown/Black Hair, CLOSE BEARD, Brown Eyes. Stand In for: Zach Cherry - 5' 8", 230-260lbs, Brown/Blk eyes, Brown/Black Hair & FULL BEARD. To submit: Email us at [email protected]. In subject line please put (ATT. ADAM SI submit for XXX VIA DC). In body of email include; 3 CURRENT cell phone photos (1 close up, 1 standing front & 1 standing profile). Also, include Hair Color, Eye Color, Height/Weight, Shirt, Sleeve, Pants, Shoe, Suit Size, Chest & Neck. Lastly, please include if you're Union or Non-Union, where you reside (city/state), contact # & your Stand In experience. If you're not local to NY, MUST be available to work as a NY local if selected. Presently, this is for a tentative work day of 10/26 w/Covid testing on 10/23. Thanks! Adam Scott Stand-in for Camera Test Hey NYC! REVISED: Stand In for: Adam Scott (CAMERA TEST) NY,NY. "TUMWATER" Directed by: Ben Stiller 5'9" - 5'10", 165 lbs, Dark Brown Hair, DEEP SET Brown eyes. Please email us at [email protected]. In subject line please put, ATT. ADAM (SI for Camera Test). MUST include Stand In experience, SAG or NU. If SAG, please include your SAG #. CURRENT cell phone photo, height/weight & all sizes... Suit size, Chest (around widest part), T-Shirt, Neck, Sleeve, Pant (waist x inseam) Shoe & Hat. If selected, MUST be avail for tentative day of Wed, 10/7. Please keep in mind, this COULD lead to a possible full time SI position on the project. Thanks! Expired Casting Calls DeLisi Creative CASTING younger version of Marc Gellar (in his 20's): NYC (Bronx) for a photo shoot (SAG BG rate) tent Wed 3/18! Marc has very distinct eyes (green/blue) & features! He does not need beard or facial hair! TV series TUMWATER (Ben Stiller). Brown/black hair, 5'7"-ish. **Appropriate candidates only pls: EMAIL submission to us at [email protected] Put your name/photo shoot in subject line! In email, incl your name, phone/email, height/weight, sizes, recent candid cell photos, esp that match his face/look (MUST be recent!), SAG membership # or indicate if NU. Confirm you're local to NYC! Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description. What do you think? Discuss this story with other fans on Instagram @projectcasting

'The Man From Toronto' starring Kevin Hart is now casting and hiring actors in Atlanta, Georgia. 'The Man From Toronto' casting directors are now hiring actors, models, and talent to work on scenes of the series, which is filming in Atlanta, Georgia starting in April 2020. Producers are looking for babies, background actors, photo doubles, stand-ins and other positions for acting jobs as the show films throughout the ATL. About 'The Man From Toronto: Kevin Hart’s upcoming action-comedy ‘The Man From Toronto’ is now ramping up production in Atlanta, Georgia. Woody Harrelson is set to replace Jason Statham in the upcoming feature film with a box office opening date scheduled for November 20th. Patrick Hughes will direct the project written by Robbie Fox, from a story by Fox and Jason Blumenthal. Oscar nominee Todd Black, Blumenthal and Oscar winner Steve Tische are producing the project. Deadline describes the movie’s plot as follows: “What happens when the world’s deadliest assassin, known as “The Man from Toronto,” and Teddy, New York’s biggest screw-up, are mistaken for each other in a rented Airbnb? The Man from Toronto and Teddy are forced to team up and save the day, but the real question is, will they survive each other?” How to audition for a speaking role: According to IMDB, Mary Vernieu is the casting director behind the project. Mary Vernieu is known for her work on Knives Out (2019), Looper (2012) and Silver Linings Playbook (2012). Mary Vernieu Mary Vernieu is known for casting hit movies including Black Swan, Silver Lining Playbook and Looper. Vernieu is one of Hollywood’s most sought-after casting directors. In 2006, Mary Vernieu told The Hollywood Reporter, “Actors think casting directors are this ominous force, and we want to be helpful.” Vernieu was asked about the first thing she does when she starts working on a film and said, “(to) think about who those people are in the script. An important part of the casting process is, they start to read people and figure out who the characters are. They might not know in the beginning, until they see people read. That’s when you are really discovering who they are.” For a movie, this big, casting directors are contacting talent through talent agencies. If you are interested in a speaking role in the upcoming new feature film, contact your talent agent for an audition. If you do not have an agent, check out our guide to landing an acting agent here. You can also stay tuned for the latest casting calls for 'The Man From Toronto' by signing up for our newsletter. 'The Man From Toronto' Extras Casting Call How to apply: To audition for a role in 'The Man From Toronto', check out the casting call breakdown below. Extras Open Casting Call Time to play dress-up... you know you have NOTHING else to do. So these are different looks I’ll need in Man From Toronto and other castings. As you know we don’t have any dates. But what I am also doing here is giving you guys time to actually dress the looks. So when casting comes and you’re running around or on another and can only send me your recently dated selfie then I’ll have these photos as a reference. These will always be available for me to look back on. Then I’ll know you can pull off the look for all future castings as well. Now that you have time you can really put in the effort. As I know most often you don’t have time I’m looking to see some great looks as follows BUSINESS men and women looking sharp - D.C. Types. Please have hair and makeup to match. If men have a beard it should be a well-groomed beard. SUBJECT: BUSINESS BUCKHEAD BETTY/BOB Seeking casual upscale - yuppy types. You’re going to the country club. So I want your most upscale look but they isn’t like you’re going to a ball. Please have hair and makeup to match. SUBJECT: BUCKHEAD GOING TO THE BALL Now let’s see your best suit/tux or Gown look. If you have multiple dresses/suits then show them off. Please have hair/makeup and Jewelry to match. SUBJECT: GOING TO THE BALL TOURIST Show me your best tourist look. As if you were going to visit Puerto Rico. SUBJECT: TOURISTS HOMELESS Give me your next homeless look! Let’s go all out! Hair/makeup to match SUBJECT: HOMELESS I’m going to start with these and I’ll do another round in a few days. PLEASE DO KOT SEND THE SAME PICS AS ALWAYS! This is specifically to give us new photos to match the above! This is to give you time to gather the look and take the pics: Please email [email protected] Include your pics, age, height, weight, and all contact info. Please use the correct subject line Hispanic Actors Casting Call Seeking Hispanic, Latin, Puerto Rican, Nicaraguan, Panamanian, Peruvian and there is many others I haven’t listed... ? Date: no one knows!!!! ?Rate: 80/8 ? Location: don’t know that either ? ? email [email protected] Include three pictures (include a recent dated selfie) age, height, weight and all contact information! ?Subject: MFT PUERTO RICO Related: How to Find Acting Auditions and Casting Calls Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description. What do you think? Discuss this story with other fans on Instagram @projectcasting

NBC's Voyage to Enthrall Viewers with Grosse Pointe Garden Society People worldwide, hold your breath and brace yourselves for an exceptional thrill as NBC takes a stimulating step closer to the much-awaited primetime season. Embracing innovation and creativity, the network plans to introduce a groundbreaking series called "The Grosse Pointe Garden Society." Straight out of the bustling production kitchens of Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, viewers brace themselves for another binge-worthy narrative. Helming this series is an icon of creative writing – Davita Scarlett; synonymous with creativity and ingenuity. She has joined hands with Erin Cardillo and Richard Keith crowned for their work on "In the Dark" and "Life Sentence," bringing an enchanted touch of their storytelling magic. At the epicenter of this new offering from NBC, is a captivating story that resonates through the downtrodden journey of a young woman from the edges of society to its core. Defined by her predicaments and desires, she redefines herself in the world of unquestioned privilege and intricate social networks in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. The drama merges divergent worlds in a striking narrative that will have viewers on the edge of their seats. With the writers' successful track record and NBC's unwavering commitment to producing high-quality content, the "Grosse Pointe Garden Society" promises to add a fresh perspective to ongoing primetime programming. It's no surprise that a great expectation has riled up ever since its announcement. The brains behind the concept, Davita Scarlett received her first break as a production assistant on the Wife Swap show and continued her journey through series like Queen Sugar and Council of Dads, showcasing her diversified talent. Partnering with the dynamic duo of Erin Cardillo and Richard Keith, who have earned stripes with their skills on shows like Significant Mother and Fuller House, we can expect nothing less than a masterpiece. The series is served on a silver platter by reputed production giants – Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, leaving no stone unturned in effort and creativity. Both production houses are well-acclaimed for their notable contributions to the television industry and their relentless pursuit to deliver compelling and intriguing stories. With the production expertise of Joanna Klein's The Bridge and the writing prowess of Scarlett, Cardillo, and Keith, the Grosse Pointe Garden Society is poised to be a significant addition to NBC's ensemble. The show promises not just to be another series on the block but a spotlight of empowerment, highlighting the journey of a woman determined to define her destiny. The Grosse Pointe Garden Society is much more than a typical primetime series, focusing on real-life issues to make the audience reflect upon their societal values and privileges. The drama presents an intriguing narrative, involving a stark contrast of societal disparity and portrays Grosse Pointe's intricate society network. In the vast sea of entertainment, the series plans to maintain NBC's unwavering commitment to produce high-quality content. The storyline's unique representation emphasizes diversity, making the audience appreciate the different perspectives it offers. There's already a buzz around town about this forthcoming show, and rightly so. It's not every day that a grand collaboration like this infrastructure on the television platform. NBC's decision to launch this fresh narrative reflects the network's dedication to introducing highly engaging, sophisticated, and pulsating storyline that keeps viewers glued to their seats. The announcement of the Grosse Pointe Garden Society has undoubtedly carved a mark for itself. Yet, the true anticipation lies in the experience that the series unveils. As we step into a new era of television, where narratives are becoming more profound, and production is increasingly innovative, this forthcoming series is sure to leave an indelible impression on every viewer. Buckle up for a delightful ride as this series prepares to release a stellar performance soon. With compelling characters, a gripping storyline, and a unique insight into a diverse world, the Grosse Pointe Garden Society is all set to redefine primetime television's landscape. We wait with bated breaths to see what's in store for us from the pens of Scarlett, Cardillo, Keith, and the entire team behind this intriguing television project, under NBC's commendable aegis.