Open Roles for "The Devil’s Compass" Audition Movie
Casting actors for the independent feature film "The Devil’s Compass". See details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: The Devil’s Compass is a full-length feature horror film set in the early 2000s. A group of friends on a trip find themselves hunted by the supernatural terror known as the Compass Man. Tension, betrayal, and survival collide in this modern slasher with psychological depth. Period Piece: Set in the early 2000s — actors should be comfortable with era-specific style, dialogue, and mannerisms. Rate: Paid roles (rates based on role/experience; negotiable). Additional info: Production Start: March 27th, 2026; Filming Locations: Tyler, TX • Jacksonville, TX • Palestine, TX; Audition Submission Deadline: September 26th, 2025. When applying, please submit auditions/materials. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Headshot & resume; Demo reel (if available); Self-tape audition (sides provided upon request); Please include role(s) of interest in subject line.
16 roles
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. (Larger/fat build) Horror enthusiast and “rules of survival” nerd. Loyal, emotionally open, devoted to Colby, but naive and emotionally vulnerable.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. (Gay) Brash, sarcastic, secretly manipulative. Pretends affection toward Alex while secretly involved with Noah. Torn between guilt and passion.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. (Gay, athletic build) Alex’s lifelong best friend. Kind, principled, but conflicted by his hidden relationship with Colby. Boxing background, outdoorsy, emotionally layered.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. (Athletic) Jock with hot temper and toxic tendencies. Controlling and abusive in his relationship with Riley, complicated history with Cassidy. Charismatic but volatile.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. Brody’s girlfriend. Intelligent, strong-willed, resilient. Aware of his abuse but conflicted. Courageous and moral, stands up to Cassidy.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. (Physically imposing) Silent supernatural hunter in a rugged duster and mask with compass sigil. Terrifying, methodical, relentless.
MAIN CHARACTERS / LEAD ROLE. Shy artist, empathetic and loyal. Secretly likes Ray. Often overlooked but perceptive and quietly courageous.
SUPPORTING ROLE Wealthy DA’s daughter. Manipulative, ruthless, mean girl. Past hookups with Brody fuel rivalry with Riley.
SUPPORTING ROLE Ex-gang member turned aspiring comedian. Charismatic, witty, resourceful. Potential romantic tension with Maya.
SUPPORTING ROLE Strong maternal figure in the group. Grounded and nurturing.
SUPPORTING ROLE Blue-collar protector type. Practical, grounded, loyal.
EXTRAS / SMALL PARTS Energetic, naive, background tension.
EXTRAS / SMALL PARTS Adventurous, dynamic.
EXTRAS / SMALL PARTS Stern, rugged elder.
EXTRAS / SMALL PARTS Frail but sharp, observant.
EXTRAS / SMALL PARTS Mysterious, occult, ambiguous ally.
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