"The 15th Hour" Short Film Seeking Actors
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "The 15th Hour" short film, looking for lead, supporting, and background actors. See more details below. About the project: "The 15th Hour" is a contained, character-driven short film set during a late-night shift at a convenience store. As routine interactions unfold, subtle moments of social tension and quiet observation begin to fracture the sense of normalcy. The film explores power, perception, and the emotional weight of seemingly small encounters through minimal dialogue and restrained performances. Subtle social tension, minor microaggressions, minimal dialogue. Rate: Non-paid. Non-union. Additional info: Location: Denton, TX Date and Time: Shoot: 1–2 days Dates: Flexible, February–March 2026 Audition Process: Initial auditions via self-tape submission. Selected actors may be invited to Zoom callbacks for scene reads. If interested, submit your application using the subject line: THE 15TH HOUR CASTING – ROLE NAME Please include: Name; Age; Headshot or clear current photo; Acting reel or sample (if available); February/March availability.
7 role s
Lead Role. Quiet, observant convenience store worker moving through life on autopilot Emotionally restrained, internally conflicted Brief speaking lines
Supporting Role. Zero’s coworker; calm, efficient, and composed Minimal dialogue
Supporting / Symbolic Role. Quiet, unreadable; represents continuity and replacement No dialogue
Customers. Featured role. Microaggressive customer, brief speaking lines.
Customers. Featured role. Brief speaking lines at register.
Customers. Background role. Minimal or no dialogue
Customers. Background role. Minimal or no dialogue.