"Death Ticket" Film Needs Actors

A polished, high-status senior partner who is deeply invested in her image and social standing. Quick-witted and articulate, she speaks fast and with precision, often masking cutting, passive-aggressive remarks with charm. She’s used to being admired and in control, but her frustration with her underachieving son reveals cracks beneath the surface. While she presents herself as composed and untouchable, there are flashes of genuine vulnerability when her control slips.

Simon's boyfriend, Jenny's friend A high school teacher with an easygoing, upbeat presence and a natural sense of humor. Todd leans into silliness and charm, often using jokes to connect with others and defuse tension. As a true optimist, he’s always searching for the bright side, even when it might not be appropriate. He’s been with his boyfriend, Simon, since high school, and brings a grounded, affectionate energy to his relationships.

A perfectionist filmmaker and relentless creator, River throws himself into his work with near-obsessive intensity, holding both his art and himself to impossibly high standards. He presents as confident and driven, but that exterior is fragile. Cracks begin to show through in moments of self-consciousness and dry, self-deprecating humor. Much of his life has been spent chasing ambition in isolation, and he struggles to let go of that identity, even as it continues to cost him emotionally.

A struggling actor piecing together small jobs to make ends meet. Smith is caught in a stagnant living situation, still sharing a space with his ex and avoiding home whenever possible. He’s a natural people-pleaser, someone who smooths things over and keeps the peace, though deeper emotions occasionally slip through the cracks. Smith is modest to a fault. He downplays his talent, deflects praise, and rarely puts himself at the center of attention (even when he deserves it).

Claire spends the entirety of the film reeling from a recent, abrupt breakup with Mort. It ended so suddenly that she’s been left without any real sense of closure. Rather than showing her hurt, Claire masks it with an almost manic optimism by being bubbly, high-energy, and constantly “on.” Jenny has no idea about Claire’s past with Mort until near the very end of the film. Claire has a strong, well-defined sense of self.

Spike is a flawed, stuck in the past, hard-living father. During the film, he suffers a massive stroke, forcing him to relearn basic tasks, including walking and everyday routines. A longtime smoker and drinker, he dismisses his wife Laura’s concerns, insisting his four-beer-a-day habit is normal. Despite this, underneath it all he genuinely wants to be present for Jenny and her younger brother Ripley.

Laura is a sharp, emotionally worn woman who has spent years trying to hold together a life that keeps slipping through her fingers. Once rebellious and full of fire, traces of that version of herself still show in how she presents and carries herself, but are now dulled by resentment and disappointment. A smoker and drinker like her husband, she criticizes Spike’s habits while remaining stuck in the same patterns, fueling a volatile and co-dependent relationship.

Mandy is Jenny’s work friend. She’s exceptionally book-smart, but lacking in social awareness and real-world sensitivity. She moves through life with confidence fueled by her intelligence and strong sense of self, even if her blind spots are obvious to everyone else. Highly image-conscious, Mandy tends to prioritize people she deems “worth her time,” often overlooking or dismissing those she sees as less socially or physically appealing.

Susan is navigating an arduous divorce and a custody battle over her beloved cat, Bootsy. The office is her sanctuary. It’s where she can feel competent and in control, away from the chaos of her personal life. At work, she presents as calm, composed, and professional, but outside the office, her life is unraveling: her children rarely reach out, her ex-husband despises her and she struggles with a sense of meaninglessness.

Rory is a relaxed, retired man who enjoys his time sipping mimosas, and air frying samosas. He lets the day unfold at its own pace, drifting through it all with serenity. He loves his son, Smith, deeply and wants the absolute best for him, but he’s not one to hover or interfere, with results in him being absent in most aspect of smith’s life.

Jenny’s co-worker Lawrence is the opposite of a pushover. He lives for good vibrations and goes with the flow. He loves his wife so much that he tolerates her new boyfriend, especially after the boyfriend bought him a new tablet for gaming. He isn’t threatened by this new boyfriend, after all, he’s the one with the ring on his finger. In Lawrence’s book, everything is perfectly fine.

Mandy’s date A young man dealing with tinnitus, which makes hearing a bit of a challenge. He knows he wasn’t Mandy’s first choice, but feeling sympathetic, he agreed to accompany her to the office party.

Angel’s “intern” Steve is a physically disturbing, deeply inappropriate presence who operates with an unsettling mix of obedience and unpredictability. He is burnt, blistered, bald, and often crawls rather than walking. He exists in a constant state of discomfort, both for himself and everyone around him. Despite his appearance and behaviour, Steve is highly attentive to Angel. He responds immediately to her needs with almost dog-like loyalty.

Jenny’s co-worker Kyle is a fairly typical office worker. He’s mild mannered, polite, and somewhat oblivious. He’s not trying to stand out or cause problems, he just quietly enjoys his life and relationship. In the workplace, he blends in easily, giving little indication of strong opinions or awareness of how others perceive him. He’s comfortable, (sometimes maybe a bit too comfortable around Sarah), and not particularly self-reflective

Kyle’s partner, Jenny’s co-worker Sarah is a typical office worker who attempts to maintain a professional exterior at work, but small moments reveal a playful and intimate connection with Kyle. When conflict arises, she reacts quickly and emotionally. Not necessarily helping, but certainly very loud.

Actual head of HR at Jenny’s office Dave is the head of HR. He is passive and blunt, yet takes his work very seriously. His office is tidy and well organized, unlike Angel’s where Jenny ends up in the first act of the film after impulsively committing co-worker on co-worker violence.

“Predatory Douche” in a bar Bruce is your typical male loneliness epidemic victim, resorting to drugs and poorly placed chivalrous violence to score the affection of Amy.

THE SKY IS FALLING, or something to that effect. He feels it is his duty to warn the others. The world is ending soon, he hands out flyers to those he deems worth saving.

She is about to take the elevator, while actively in labour with her first child. The elevator is somewhat crowded, she insists she will just take the stairs instead. Despite Jenny’s repeated attempts to convince her, the pregnant lady takes the stairs, regretting it almost immediately.

She is a tipsy lady who gossips in the bar bathroom about a man.

She is a tipsy lady who gossips in the bar bathroom about a man.

He is a sincere man who respects women, and shares advice in the bar bathroom.

He is a sincere man who respects women, and shares advice in the bar bathroom.

A man attempting to overcome his phobia of elevators. All seems to be going well until he relieves himself.

Man with overtly perverted remarks in an elevator.

The Yuppie is a man playing soccer, but he’s not very skilled. In a clumsy kick, he accidentally boots the ball at Jenny’s head, causing a concussion. Feeling guilty, he decides it’s a good idea to offer her money as compensation for his mistake.

They are a hard working individual dedicated to capturing the perfect, picturesque moments for the couple

Fresh off some recent road rage and eager to arrive at work on time, their driving is rather erratic. They spook Jenny, and a few choice words are exchanged.

Passionate about DJing but completely lacking in spatial awareness, he can’t read a room to save his life. He consistently gets the vibes wrong, making him… well, a pretty terrible DJ despite his enthusiasm. He is goofy, easily excitable, and perpetually sweaty

Young man looking for a good time.

A young, aspiring actor with a fascination for vampires. He takes his roles very seriously and dreams of starring in a vampire film one day. Always eager to hone his craft, he’s constantly looking for opportunities to test his skills and immerse himself in the vampire persona. He is on the flirty side, and has a rather interesting conversation with Jenny

A young, aspiring actor with a strong commitment to staying in character—even when nature calls. His excellent “hydration tactics” (aka tomato juice) backfire when he urgently needs to use the washroom, leading to comedic conflict as he struggles to maintain his vampire persona. He definitely did not pee on the seat.

A young guy, bored and spontaneously deciding to attend a random casting call, which happens to be for River’s film. He has no acting experience and looks like he threw on a cape and dark eyeliner on his way out the door. He just seems to just be looking to make friends.

A tough, muscular, rough-around-the-edges type. He isn’t particularly interested in acting, but he knows he’s attractive and wants to “bless” the big screen with his presence.

Cab driver that picks up Jenny, Claire, Smith, Todd, and Simon after a night out.

Bridezilla vaping away the stress of wedding photos.

Freshly married man trying desperately to keep his new wife happy.

*NO LINES* Amy is with Bruce at the bar when she unexpectedly gets elbowed in the face on the dancefloor. Bruce attempts to defend her honor with drunken violence.

*VOICE ONLY* He speaks clearly and calmly, even in high-stress situations, always guiding and aiding those in need. He is genuinely concerned for the wellbeing and safety of others and approaches his job with professionalism and dedication.

*VOICE ONLY* Literally just an answering machine. The voice of Jenny’s answering when she checks her messages.

*VOICE ONLY* She is a sweet, kind-hearted woman trying to reach a friend about some cookies. When she accidentally dials the wrong number, she feels it’s her duty to call back and apologize