‘Otto’ Starring Tom Hanks Extras Casting Call

1990s Black/Latino Bar Patrons (Background Actors) for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray 1990s-era bar patrons, with a focus on Black and Latino talent. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in paid background acting work on a feature film, helping create an authentic bar atmosphere with period-accurate styling. Filming and a wardrobe fitting will take place in New Jersey (Jersey City and Hoboken area).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lively 1990s bar patron in background scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a period-accurate look

• Work professionally with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Must be 18+

• Must be local to the NJ/NY area or able to work as a local

• 1990s-appropriate hair and grooming required (no modern hairstyles)

• Must have valid identification to complete employment paperwork

• SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent may be considered

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA background rate: $224 / 8 hours

Paid Extras for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film is hiring paid extras for a variety of background actor roles. This film extras casting is open to union and non-union talent, with opportunities for diverse looks and everyday character types. No acting experience is required—just bring a great attitude, take direction well, and be ready for a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in feature film scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and background team

• Maintain continuity between takes (wardrobe, actions, positioning)

• Work professionally on set and stay performance-ready during holding

Requirements

• All genders and all ethnicities welcome

• Must be 18+

• Union and non-union talent welcome

• Must be legally allowed to work in the U.S.

• Background types may include stand-ins, locals, tourists, upscale partygoers, waitstaff/bartenders, and more

• Comfortable providing recent, clear photos for casting consideration

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

Male Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A non-union feature film is hiring male background actors for a production filming in Austin, Texas. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent who can take direction, blend naturally into scripted scenes, and help bring a feature film environment to life. Casting is seeking a range of looks across all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a background actor in feature film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, positioning, and movements between takes

• Remain professional, attentive, and camera-ready throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men, ages 30–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Reliable availability for the scheduled shoot day

• Comfortable with standard background actor guidelines (no hats, sunglasses, or extreme close-up photos for submission)

Compensation

• $125 for a 12-hour day (non-union)

Feature Film Extras Casting: Real Couples & Individuals (Non-Union)

Job Description
A non-union feature film is casting extras and background actors to portray real couples and individuals for scenes set at a couples yoga retreat. Production is seeking talent of all ethnicities, ages 20–50, who are comfortable with light physical interaction on camera (such as snuggling, assisted stretching, or massage). This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to build experience as a film extra on a professional set in Austin, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in couples retreat and yoga-style scenes.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes.

• Portray natural, believable reactions and interactions for the scene.

• Remain professional, punctual, and ready to work throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Real couples and individuals, all ethnicities, ages 20–50.

• Must be comfortable with light physical interaction (snuggling, assisted stretching, massage).

• Must be available to work in Austin, TX as a local hire.

• Provide recent, clear photos that reflect your current look (including a chest-up and full-body photo).

Compensation

• $125 for 12 hours (non-union rate).

Pedestrian Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray pedestrians in a police-station area scene filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is perfect for new faces who can bring natural, everyday movement and realistic street atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in background action to help build realistic street and public-setting moments.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a natural, camera-ready look and professional set etiquette.

• Work smoothly with production regarding holding, staging, and resets.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Detective Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray detectives for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This paid background opportunity is for talent who can bring a believable, professional law-enforcement presence to a police-station setting and take direction well on a fast-moving set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in background action for police station scenes.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a camera-ready, professional presence and stay in character during takes.

• Work with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s look and requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Police Background Actors for Feature Film Scenes

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray police officers for scenes filming in the Newnan area near Atlanta, Georgia. This is a great opportunity for new faces to join a professional set, work with a strong crew, and appear in police-station sequences that help build the realism of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background action for a police station scene.

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence and remain in character during takes.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe and production to match the scene’s requirements.

Requirements

• Ages 18–60.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta/Newnan, GA area.

• Current photos must reflect your present look.

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and basic appearance details (including tattoos, if any).

• New faces preferred.

Compensation

• $130 for up to 10 hours (unless otherwise stated).

Recurring Extras for Feature Film “Gift of Love” (Punderson, OH Area)

Job Description
A feature film is casting recurring background extras for multiple shoot days in the Punderson, OH area (within driving distance of Cleveland). These recurring roles are for talent who can commit to all required filming days for their team. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for reliable performers who can take direction, stay consistent across scenes, and work comfortably in a team setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recurring teammate in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days (wardrobe, movement, reactions)

• Arrive on time and remain professional throughout long filming windows

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Punderson, OH area as a local hire

• Must be fully available for all shoot dates for the role selected

• Ages 50–current depending on team role

• Roles needed:

  • Team A: 1 male + 1 female (couple), ages 60s–current

  • Team B: 2 males, ages 50s–current

Compensation

• $100 per hour (background rate)

Featured Background Teen Girls (Ages 13–14) for Feature Film

Job Description
An upcoming feature film is now casting Asian teen girls ages 13–14 for featured background roles. This is a paid opportunity for young performers who are comfortable on camera, can follow direction on a professional set, and want real film set experience. If your teen has great on-camera presence and can work as a local hire in Austin, this is a strong chance to earn a screen credit and get exposure to a major production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in a feature film scene with natural reactions and presence.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional throughout multiple takes.

• Work well in a set environment with cast, crew, and other background performers.

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and appearance for continuity across scenes.

Requirements

• Teen girls ages 13–14 (must be able to portray this age range).

• Asian talent only.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided).

• Parent/guardian must be available to coordinate and support the minor on set as required.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full production day.

Compensation

• $150 per day (production day rate; schedule may run up to 12 hours).

Featured Mechanic & Featured Wife (Network Feature Film)

Job Description
A major network feature film is casting featured roles for a small-day shoot. Production needs a believable blue-collar Mechanic type and a Wife type with a natural, Midwest feel. These are featured background opportunities with solid pay for talent who can take direction and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character type naturally and believably on camera

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Arrive groomed, wardrobe-ready, and prepared for a full filming day

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Featured Mechanic: Caucasian male, ages 30–50, tall & fit, blue-collar mechanic look

• Featured Wife: Caucasian woman with blonde hair, ages 30–40, Midwest/approachable type

• Comfortable working on a professional set and taking direction

• Local hire (Atlanta-area filming locations: Marietta area and Dunwoody area)

Compensation

• $150 for up to 10 hours (featured rate)

Real Artist Hand Double for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major 15th-century feature film is casting a real artist hand double for a background booking. This role is for a skilled male artist trained in drawing, painting, and sculpting, with hands that closely match provided reference photos for on-camera continuity. This is a strong opportunity for visual artists who can bring authentic, period-appropriate hand work to a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera as an artist hand double in a period feature film

• Create realistic hand movements for drawing, painting, and sculpting

• Match the reference hand look closely for continuity between shots

• Follow direction for pacing, framing, and repeated actions across takes

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–50

• Ethnicities portrayable: Caucasian, Eastern European, Mediterranean

• Must be trained/experienced in drawing, painting, and sculpting

• Hands must closely resemble the production reference photos

• Available for the work date: 1/6

• Non-union (voucher)

Compensation

• Non-union voucher (rate not listed)

Real Couples for Feature Film Background Role (Intimacy Required)

Job Description
A feature film is casting real couples ages 20–35 for a one-day background role in New York City. This opportunity is open to any gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, and is seeking new faces only. Scenes involve kissing and making out, with implied nudity and simulated intimacy, so couples must be fully comfortable performing intimate contact on camera in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a real couple in background scenes featuring romantic interaction

• Follow direction for timing, movement, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional attitude and respect on-set intimacy guidelines

• Arrive camera-ready and remain available for the full workday

Requirements

• Real couples, ages 20–35

• Must be able to work as a NYC local hire

• Must be comfortable with: kissing, making out, implied nudity, and simulated intimacy

• New faces only

• Must be able to provide current clear couple photos (close-up and full-body)

• Must be able to share basic info for both partners (names, contact details, sizes, availability, and union status if applicable)

Compensation

• $400 / 8 hours

• +$100 bump for kissing and intimate contact