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"Misery Loves Company" Feature Film Seeks Young Actors

Chicago, IL, United States
ID: 616912Exp: 10/27/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking young actors for "Misery Loves Company" feature film. See the details below. About the project: Chicago-based dramatic feature exploring love, grief, ambition, music, family, faith, and the consequences of seeking comfort in another person’s pain. Rate: ALL LISTED ROLES ARE PAID | NON-UNION Compensation and scheduling details will be discussed directly with selected performers. Additional info: CALLBACKS by: DECEMBER 15th & 16th, 2026 PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHY BEGINS: MARCH 2027 LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Content advisory: The story addresses infidelity, family conflict, emotional abuse, suicidal thoughts, suicide, and a staged firearm confrontation. Role-specific content and requirements will be provided with the sides. When applying, please send: 1. Include your full name, phone number and email address, height, weight, playable age range, headshot, full-body photo, half-body photo, acting reel (link preferred), and acting résumé. 2. Audition sides will be sent to you for your requested role. 3. Record your self-tape using the provided sides. Upload your audition file and share an accessible link. NAME THE FILE: CharacterName_YourFullName (example: AjaMisery_JaneDoe.mp4). 4. Send your completed audition and all materials by OCTOBER 27, 2026. Please ensure your link is accessible to casting without requesting access. Put the exact character name in the SUBJECT LINE. Example: MISERY LOVES COMPANY — Character Name — Your Full Name.

2 roles

CAMMIEFemale10-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Major Supporting Cortes’s perceptive, outspoken daughter. Funny, strong-willed, and vulnerable as her family changes. Story spans five years; casting may involve two performers or an age-flexible approach. A parent or legal guardian must submit on behalf of a minor.

J.B.Male17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting A young pop star searching for an authentic R&B sound. Requires nuanced dramatic work in a serious conversation about suicidal thoughts.