EXPIRES: April 20, 2025

“Man in the Woods” Short Movie Looking for Cast

Acting Extras
Paying up to $100/day
Description

“Man in the Woods” independent short film casting actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the roles below.

About the project:
Genre: Horror/Drama/Thriller
SYNOPSIS: Three young brothers enter the woods near their house, but a local legend looms over their day away. After warnings from their older sister and ominous signs, the boys realize the truth and their destiny may be closer than they realized to the Man in the Woods.

Rate:
$100/day

Additional info:
Union status: non-union
Audition sormat: self-tapes with a potential for callbacks depending upon turnout. Sides will be provided.
Directors encourage actors of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. The three brothers’ roles include fight sequences and intense emotions.
Potential callbacks the week of April 28 – May 25
Filming dates: September 2025*
* Exact locations and dates are TBD based on cast and crew availability and final production budget.

When applying, please include headshots, resumes, and a reel (if available). Include “the role you are auditioning for” in the subject line.

4 Project roles
Abigail
Female, Male.
18
-
29.
All ethnicities.
(Lead). The oldest sibling in the family, she looks over her three younger brothers. Needing to grow up faster than most kids, she’s the surrogate mother to the group, charging them with staying safe while enjoying life.
Application deadline closed.
Man in the Woods
20
-
39.
(Supporting). The legend the brothers fear. An imposing figure that can loom in the darkness. Longer beard and hair preferred. Must be comfortable with water and able to swim.
Application deadline closed.
Adult Eric
20
-
39.
(Non-speaking). A single sequence character representing the adult version of Eric, the peacekeeping brother. Long hair and beard preferred.
Application deadline closed.
Adult Luke
20
-
39.
(Non-speaking). A single sequence character representing the adult version of Luke, the brother with a storied history of conflict with AJ. Long hair and beard preferred.
Application deadline closed.