"New Kid" Short Film Needs Actors
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "New Kid" short film, seeking actors. See more details below. About the project: Now casting for the short film "New Kid," a heartfelt dramedy about a 65-year-old man returning to college for the first time in decades. Rate: Lunch & IMDb Credit Non-union Additional info: Filming Dates: July 14-16, 2026 If interested, please submit a headshot and reel (if available) with the subject: "NEW KID - [Role Name]."
8 roles
A proud but nervous man returning to college later in life after decades away from school. Quietly vulnerable beneath his stubborn exterior. Must balance humor, warmth, and emotional depth. Spanish-speaking required. Role Type: Lead Languages: Fluent Spanish + conversational English Notes: Actor should have strong expressive physicality and subtle comedic timing.
Leonardo's daughter. Caring, practical, and protective of her father, though sometimes frustrated by his stubbornness. Warm presence with grounded emotional realism. Spanish-speaking required. Role Type: Supporting Languages: Fluent Spanish + conversational English
History professor with a dry, slightly intimidating academic presence. Starts stern but reveals a subtle appreciation for Leo's intelligence. Role Type: Supporting Notes: Deadpan comedic delivery a plus. Notes: Actor should have strong expressive physicality and subtle comedic timing.
An expressive college student seated beside Leo in class. Bold aesthetic, colorful fashion, cat-ear headphones, visually memorable. Minimal dialogue but important reactions and screen presence. Role Type: Featured Supporting Notes: Alternative fashion/style encouraged.
A disengaged college student trying to secretly Google answers in class. Small comedic role. Role Type: Day Player
Campus staff worker guarding the welcome snack table. Strong comedic reaction timing. Role Type: Featured Background / Day Player
Busy campus employee or student Leo accidentally collides with in the hallway. Brief but memorable comedic scene. Role Type: Day Player
COLLEGE STUDENTS Seeking diverse, energetic performers to portray modern college students throughout campus scenes.
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