Movies and TV shows casting in New Hampshire

Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in New Hampshire, neighboring states, and nationwide, and which roles they’re looking to fill.

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July 24, 2025

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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 New Hampshire, neighboring states, and nationwide, and which roles they’re looking to fill.

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‘The Second Bird’

– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— Jolene the Snowwoman (voiceover, female, 18-50)
— [Secret Role] Young Adult Female (Short) (supporting, female, 18-29)
— Ross (day player, male, 18-29)
– Average hourly rate: $20
– Casting locations: Portsmouth
– Learn more about the feature film here

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‘An 11:11 Wish’

– Project type: short film
– Roles:
— Teenager (lead, male, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, trans male, 18-25)
– Average hourly rate: $31
– Casting locations: Plaistow
– Learn more about the short film here

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‘Now and Then’

– Project type: short film
– Roles:
— Aaron (lead, male, 25-35)
— David (supporting, male, 55-75)
— Jane (lead, female, 55-75)
– Average hourly rate: $21
– Casting locations: Portsmouth
– Learn more about the short film here

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‘America Down’

– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— Liam or Lacey Davenport (supporting, 5-12)
– Average hourly rate: $30
– Casting locations: Durham
– Learn more about the feature film here

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‘Lowball’

– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— Max (lead, 25-35)
— Jenna (day player, 18-30)
– Average hourly rate: $75
– Casting locations: nationwide
– Learn more about the feature film here

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‘Hench: The Override Saga’

– Project type: scripted show
– Roles:
— Holly (lead, female, 18-30)
— Samanatha (lead, female, 21-38)
— Gina (lead, female, 18-35)
– Average hourly rate: $31
– Casting locations: Boston, Massachusetts
– Learn more about the scripted show here

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‘Vertical Mini-Drama Series’

– Project type: scripted show
– Roles:
— Will (lead, male, 25-35)
— Sasha (lead, female, 25-35)
– Average hourly rate: $106
– Casting locations: Boston, Massachusetts
– Learn more about the scripted show here

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‘Mumble Bumble’

– Project type: short film
– Roles:
— Matt and Matt’s Inner Voice (lead, male, 50-65)
– Average hourly rate: $25
– Casting locations: Chelsea, Massachusetts; Boston, Massachusetts
– Learn more about the short film here

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