CASTING CALL

SUCCESSFUL TOY PRODUCTION PRESENTS

BLESSING OR A BULLET

Urban Drama Short Film

📍 Filming Location: West Palm Beach, Florida

Seeking Talented Actors & Actresses

"When desperation meets deception, silence can cost more than money."

LEAD ROLES

RAYNA THOMAS

Female | African American | Age 25-35

A hardworking single mother of two struggling to make ends meet. Strong, emotional, relatable, and resilient.

 

TAMIKA

Female | African American | Age 28-40

Rayna's loyal best friend. Street-smart, protective, outspoken, and fearless.

Supporting Role

BOO

Male | African American | Age 35-50

Spence's longtime friend who begins questioning Spence's actions and ultimately helps expose the truth.

Supporting Role

SUPPORTING ROLES

KIARA

Female Child | Age 8-11

Rayna's daughter. Sweet, observant, and mature for her age.

JAYDEN

Male Child | Age 5-8

Rayna's son. Innocent and energetic.

WOMAN #1

Female | Any Ethnicity | Age 25-50

Victim of Spence's scam.

WOMAN #2

Female | Any Ethnicity | Age 25-50

Victim of Spence's scam.

ADDITIONAL FACEBOOK VICTIMS

Female | Any Ethnicity | Age 18-60

Small speaking and featured background roles.

DETECTIVE BANKS

Male or Female | Any Ethnicity | Age 30-60

Professional law enforcement officer investigating fraud complaints.

Featured Role

🎥 Production Company:
Successful Toy Production LLC

 

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🎬 Lights. Camera. Opportunity.

SUPPORTING ROLES.

MAMA JANICE
Female | Black | 50s–70s | Supporting
Nia’s mother. Wise, protective, spiritual, and nurturing.

JAYDEN
Male | Black | 5–8 | Supporting
Nia’s young son. Sweet, innocent, and emotionally connected to his mother.

KELLY
Female | Any ethnicity | 25–45 | Supporting
Another woman connected to Aaron’s past. Guarded, hurt, but brave enough to speak.

RENEE MARTIN
Female | Any ethnicity | 30s–40s | Supporting
Journalist/podcaster who helps amplify Nia’s story.

FRANK DAVIS
Male | Any ethnicity | 40s–60s | Supporting
Aaron’s lawyer. Sharp, calculated, and defensive.

DAY PLAYER / FEATURED ROLES

NURSE
Female preferred | Any ethnicity | 25–60
Soft-spoken hospital nurse assisting Nia.

JUDGE
Any gender | Any ethnicity | 40–70
Presides over the courtroom verdict.

REPORTER
Any gender | Any ethnicity | 25–55
Interviews Nia outside courthouse.

NEWS ANCHOR
Any gender | Any ethnicity | 25–60
Reports on the case and public pressure.

BACKGROUND / EXTRAS

  • IHOP customers
  • Hospital staff
  • Police station staff
  • Sheriff’s office deputies
  • Courthouse spectators
  • Protesters with signs
  • News crew/camera crew
  • Community members
  • Support group survivors
  • Community center attendees
  • Jury members
  • Courtroom staff
  • Family/supporters for Nia

Please submit name of film in subject and picture resume name and the role you submitting for

NOW CASTING: “HIS SIDE CHICK CALLED ME” (SHORT FILM)

Production: Successful Toy Production

Director: Toy Blackmon

Genre: Urban Drama / Relationship Drama

Tone: Gritty • Emotional • Real

Location: South Florida

 

FEATURED / DAY PLAYER ROLES

 

SALON CLIENTS / COWORKERS

  • Adds realism to Melanie’s workplace
  • Fashionable, everyday personalities

 

WOMEN’S GROUP MEMBERS

  • Emotional support group scene
  • Different ages and personalities
  • Must be able to react emotionally (crying, nodding, etc.)

 

BACKGROUND EXTRAS

 

NEIGHBORHOOD EXTRAS

  • Urban environment
  • Everyday people

 

HOSPITAL STAFF / VISITORS

  • Adds realism to hospital scene

 

SOCIAL MEDIA FEATURE EXTRAS

  • People reacting to Keisha’s viral post

 

⚠️ CASTING NOTES

  • Must be comfortable with:
    • Emotional dialogue
    • Relationship conflict scenes
    • Real-life topics (infidelity, struggle, motherhood)
  • No explicit nudity required
  • Strong natural acting preferred (this is VERY real, not over-acted)

 

COMPENSATION

  • Deferred pay + IMDB credit + exposure

Include:

  • Name / Age / Location
  • Headshot + full body photo
  • Acting reel (if available)
  • Contact info
  • Role submitting for

NOW CASTING: “GLOW UP & GRIND” (SERIES)

Production: Successful Toy Production

Creator: Toy Blackmon

Genre: Modern Urban Sitcom / Comedy / Lifestyle

Location: South Florida (West Palm Beach / Miami / Belle Glade)

Episode Length: 22 minutes

 

SERIES SYNOPSIS

Glow Up & Grind follows Raya Mitchell, a bold beauty entrepreneur and podcast host navigating business, friendships, dating, and self-growth in a fast-paced digital world. Between viral moments, messy exes, and building her brand, Raya is learning that success isn’t just about glowing up—it’s about growing up too.

 

MAIN CAST (SERIES REGULARS)

MARCUS 9NEIGHBOR / FRIEND)

Age: 25-40

Type: STYLISH, EXPRESSIVE, WITTY (LGBTQ+ ROLE)

Description: Coffee shop owner and unofficial group therapist. Funny, sarcastic, and always in mix. 

Appears; All episodes

Must bring: Big personality + comedic timing

 

RECURRING / SUPPORTING ROLES

 

DRE’S NEW GIRL

  • Confident, slightly shady energy
  • Appears in pop-up event scene

 

MAKEUP ARTIST / INDUSTRY CONTACT

  • High-end, influencer/business vibe

 

FEATURED EXTRA ROLES

 

COFFEE SHOP CUSTOMERS

  • Trendy, everyday people
  • Adds lifestyle realism

 

POP-UP SHOP GUESTS

  • Fashionable, social media crowd
  • Influencer-type extras preferred

 

CONTENT CREATORS / INFLUENCERS

  • People comfortable on camera
  • Natural, modern vibe

 

WELLNESS / SELF-CARE EVENT ATTENDEES

  • Yoga / spa / holistic vibe

 

BACKGROUND EXTRAS

  • City lifestyle, everyday scenes

 

SPECIALTY / FEATURED ROLES

 

PODCAST GUESTS

  • Strong personalities
  • Can improv conversation

 

SOCIAL MEDIA FEATURE ROLES

  • Actors comfortable filming “Reels / TikToks”

 

⚠️ CASTING NOTES

  • Must be comfortable with:
    • Comedy + improv
    • Real-life dating conversations
    • Social media-style filming
  • No explicit content required
  • Natural, relatable acting is KEY (not overly dramatic)

 

COMPENSATION

  • Deferred pay + IMDB credit + exposure

 

Include:

  • Name / Age / Location
  • Headshot + full body photo
  • Acting reel (if available)
  • Social media (optional but preferred for this series)
  • Role submitting for

CASTING CALL – “SILENT ENVY” (Short Film / Urban Drama)

Production: Successful Toy Production

Director: Toy Blackmon

Location: South Florida

Genre: Urban Drama / Crime / Betrayal

Theme: “The ones closest to you aren’t always rooting for you…”

 

FEATURED EXTRA ROLES (IMPORTANT VISUALS)

 

BOUTIQUE CUSTOMERS

  • Fashionable, trendy
  • Women preferred (fits brand aesthetic)

 

WAREHOUSE CREW

  • Street guys, masked, intimidating
  • Must be comfortable with staged “action presence”

 

TINA’S CREW

  • Loyal circle, serious demeanor
  • Appears in confrontation scenes

 

BACKGROUND NEIGHBORHOOD / STREET EXTRAS

  • Adds realism to outside scenes

 

SPECIALTY / FEATURED VISUAL ROLES

 

SECURITY CAMERA FOOTAGE ACTORS

  • Actors appearing in “caught on camera” scenes
  • Natural acting, not overdramatic

 

⚠️ CASTING NOTES

  • Must be comfortable with urban drama themes (non-graphic)
  • No explicit nudity required
  • Some scenes include intense confrontation + staged violence (film-safe)
  • Improvisation encouraged for realism

 

COMPENSATION

  • Deferred pay + IMDB credit + exposure

 

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Include:

  • Name / Age
  • Headshot + full body photo
  • Acting reel (if available)
  • Location
  • Role submitting for

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH (SHORT FILM)

Written by Toy Blackmon

 

FEATURED BACKGROUND (STILL IMPORTANT)

 

STUDENTS (6–12 PEOPLE)

  • 2–3 Bullies (Malik’s crew)
  • 4–6 Background students

 

NEIGHBORS (2–4 PEOPLE)

  • For house / police arrival scenes

 

POLICE BACKGROUND (2–3)

  • To support arrest scene visually

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Natural, real performances (NO overacting)
  • Strong emotional presence
  • Actors who can handle serious subject matter

 

HOW TO SUBMIT

Include:

 

  • Name
  • Age / Age Range
  • Headshot
  • Location
  • Resume (if available)
  • Demo Reel (if available)

 

Subject Line:

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH – [ROLE NAME]

CIRCLE TIGHT Episode 1-3

 

Genre: Urban Drama

Setting: Florida (Belle Glade area)

Tone: Gritty. Emotional. Brotherhood. Loyalty vs Ego.

Rating: R

Union Status: Non-Union

Compensation: Credit + Copy + Meals + Deferred

Shoot Dates: TBA

 

 

SERIES REGULARS (Season 1 – Full Season)

 

KIYA

• Female | 23–30 | Black

• Loud. Petty. Aggressive energy.

• Rival dynamic with Jasmine.

• Catalyst in hookah lounge fight.

• Needed: Season 1 (Episodes 1,2)

 

RECURRING CHARACTERS (Season 1 & Beyond)

LIL ZAY

• Male | 23–30 | Black

• Calm, strategic street figure.

• Recruits Trey.

• Not loud — dangerous in silence.

• Needed: Season 1 (Episodes 2,3)

 

🎭 SUPPORTING ROLES

DELIVERY GUY (Episode 3)

  • Male | Any ethnicity | 20s–40s
  • Small role but important (introduces burner phone)


BARBERSHOP CLIENTS 

• Male | 18–50 | Diverse

• Real Florida energy.

• Needed throughout Season 1

 

TEEN BOY (Episode 2)

  • Male | Any ethnicity | Teens
  • Barbershop walk-in role

 

FLASHBACK CAST (Season 1, Episode 1)

YOUNG MARCUS

• Male | 10–13 | Black

• Athletic, confident.

• Needed: Season 1 Episode 1

 

YOUNG TREY

• Male | 10–13 | Black

• Emotional, loyal.

• Needed: Season 1 Episode 1

 

YOUNG DARIUS

• Male | 10–13 | Black

• Loud, energetic.

• Needed: Season 1 Episode 1

 

OLDER TEEN (Flashback Bully)

• Male | 15–18 | Black

• Intimidating.

• Needed: Season 1 Episode 1

 

🎬 RECURRING / FEATURED EXTRAS

 

HOSPITAL STAFF (EPISODES 1 , 2)

NURSES, BACKGROUND DOCTORS

PROFESSIONAL LOOK

 

BARBERSHOP CUSTOMERS (Episodes 1, 2, 3)

  • Male | All ethnicities | 18–50
  • Must bring real barbershop energy
  • Talking, reacting, background conversations

 

DAY PLAYERS / FEATURED ROLES (Season 1)

SECURITY GUARDS (Hookah Lounge)

• Male | 25–45 | Any Ethnicity

• Physical presence.

• Season 1 Episode 1

 

HOOKAH LOUNGE PATRONS

• Male & Female | 21–35

• Attractive nightlife vibe.

• Season 1 Episode 1


WAREHOUSE PARTY EXTRAS

• Male & Female | 18–35

• Urban underground vibe.

• Season 1 Episode 2,3

 

PARKING LOT / STREET PASSERSBY (Episodes 1, 3)

  • Background reactions during chaos scenes

 

STRIP MALL LOCALS

• Season 1 Episode 2

 

🎥 SPECIALTY / FEATURED BACKGROUND

FIGHT SCENE PARTICIPANTS (Episode 1)

  • Must be comfortable with staged physical scenes
  • Includes:
    • Hookah lounge fight reactions
    • Crowd chaos

 

PHONE / SOCIAL MEDIA EXTRAS (Episodes 1, 2, 3)

  • People visibly recording drama
  • Adds realism to viral moments


🎯 CASTING NOTES

  • Looking for raw, natural actors (not overly polished)
  • Must be comfortable with:
    • Strong language
    • Emotional scenes
    • Physical confrontation (controlled)
  • Chemistry is VERY important (core trio dynamic)

 

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please send:

• Headshot

• Resume (if available)

• Acting reel (if available)

• Role(s) you’re submitting for

 

Subject Line: Circle Tight – [Role Name]

🎬 CASTING CALL

GRANNY’S BLOCK (Episodes 4–6)

Production: Successful Toy Production
Filming Location: Belle Glade, FL
Genre: Urban Comedy / Action
Tone: Hood Comedy + Real Street Drama

 

 

DAY PLAYER / FEATURED ROLES

 

POLICE BACKUP / OFFICERS

Episodes Needed: 6

Arrive during the finale when Victor Cain is confronted.

 

BACKGROUND / EXTRAS

 

Corner Store People / Street Background

Episodes Needed: 5

Background around Lil Dre, Tone, and Mook’s corner scene.

 

Abandoned Lot Background / Cain’s Crew

Episodes Needed: 5, 6

Men posted around the lot and finale confrontation.

 

Police Presence / Backup Units

Episodes Needed: 6

Officers for finale arrest scene.

 

⚠️ NOTES

  • Some roles include improv dialogue
  • Some scenes include light physical action (safe, controlled)
  • Must be reliable and on time
  • This is a low-budget independent production(meals, credits, exposure) 

 

 

CASTING DETAILS

• Non-paid / Deferred Pay

• Great for exposure, reel building, and recurring roles

• Must be available for:

• Table Read

• Full shoot days

• Must be reliable — no call/no show will be replaced immediately

 

 

📩 SUBMISSION INFO

 

Include:

• Name

• Age

• Location

• Headshots / Photos

• Acting Reel (if available)

• Role(s) applying for

 

Subject Line:

“Granny’s Block Casting – [Role Name]”

CASTING CALL – FEATURE FILM

SECRETS KEPT, LIES TOLD

Written by: Toy Blackmon
Genre: Urban Drama / Trauma Survival / Coming-of-Age
Production Company: Successful Toy Production
Location: South Florida
Shoot Dates: TBA
Union Status: Non-Union
Compensation: Deferred + Credit + Copy

 

SECRETS KEPT, LIES TOLD tells the raw story of LaFonda — a young woman navigating abuse, loss, survival, addiction, and healing while trying to raise her son and break generational cycles.

We are seeking real, emotionally grounded performers. Overacting will not fit this project.

 

DAY PLAYERS / SMALL ROLES

  • House Party Men (2–4)
  • VIP Club Clients
  • Church Member
  • Background dancers

STORE CUSTOMERS
Male & Female | All Ethnicities | 18–65

 

  • BOUTIQUE CUSTOMERS
    Female | 18–50

  • BAR / LOUNGE PATRONS Male & Female | 21–50

  • NEIGHBORS Male & Female | 25–70

  • BACKGROUND EXTRAS All Ethnicities | Ages 18–70

 

📩 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit:

  • Headshot
  • Resume (if available)
  • Demo Reel (optional)
  • Role submitting for
  • Contact info

Subject Line:
SECRETS KEPT, LIES TOLD – ROLE NAME

🎬 CASTING CALL

NO WAY OUT (Short Film)

Genre: Urban Drama
Production Company: Successful Toy Production
Location: South Florida
Shoot Dates: September 3-6, 2026
Compensation: Credit / Copy
Union Status: Non-Union

 

No Way Out is an emotional urban drama about unexpected pregnancy, accountability, and the power of chosen family. We are seeking strong, natural actors who can deliver grounded, authentic performances.

 

SUPPORTING ROLES

MAMA RENEE

AGE:40-60

GENDER: FEMALE

DESCRIPTION: ANT'S MOTHER. MATURE, COMPASSIONATE, AND WILLING TO STEP UP WHERE HER SON FAILED.

PERSONALITY: STRONG, NURTURING, WISE

 

MARCUS (SUPPORTING)

Age: 18-30

Gender: Male

Description: Ant's friend who keeps it real and challenges his behavior.

Personality: Honest, grounded, no-nonsense

FEATURED ROLES

HOSPITAL NURSE

Age: 25-55 

Gender: Any

Description: Professional presence in hospital scenes.

 

🎬 DAY PLAYER / BACKGROUND

BABY SHOWER GUESTS (10–15 PEOPLE)

Age: 18–60
Gender: All

Description:
Family & friends celebrating Brielle.

Vibe:
Energetic, supportive, lively

 

🏀 BASKETBALL PLAYERS (3–5 PEOPLE)

Age: 18–35
Gender: Male preferred

Description:
Athletic background players in gym scene

 

🏀 GYM SPECTATORS (2–3 PEOPLE)

Age: 18+

Description:
Watching from sidelines/bleachers

 

🎥 TONE & PERFORMANCE STYLE

  • Naturalistic acting (not theatrical)
  • Emotional realism
  • Minimal overacting
  • Urban but grounded

 

📩 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit:

  • Headshot
  • Resume
  • Demo Reel (if available)
  • Contact information
  • Role you are submitting for

Subject Line: NO WAY OUT – [ROLE NAME]

🎬 CASTING CALL – GIRL, BYE! (SEASON 1)

Urban Comedy Series

Produced by: Successful Toy Production

 

NOW CASTING FOR A NEW URBAN COMEDY SERIES!

 

Girl, Bye! is a bold, hilarious, feel-good urban comedy following TIARA, a confident, messy-but-growing woman navigating love, friendship, and self-worth in a West Palm Beach apartment complex where everybody knows your business and nobody minds theirs.

 

We’re looking for fun, natural, real-energy actors with strong comedic timing and personality.

 

📍 LOCATION: West Palm Beach, FL

🎥 FORMAT: Short-form / Episodic Series

🎭 GENRE: Urban Comedy

📅 SHOOT DATES: TBD

💼 PAY: Indie / Non-paid / Credit + Exposure

 

RECURRING CHARACTERS

 

GUEST / EPISODIC CHARACTERS

. EXTRAS-NEIGHBORS/PASSERSBY-20-50, MIX OF MEN AND WOMEN, SOME COMIC REACTIONS TO CHAOS IN THE BUILDING.

 

EXTRAS / SMALL BIT PARTS

• Social media followers reacting to TikTok / Instagram clips.

• Party guests / livestream attendees.

• People in the background at parks, coffee shops, and apartments.

 

All looks, genders, and vibes welcome.

 

Casting Notes

• Comedic chops are required for all main and recurring roles.

• Ability to improvise and handle urban slang, quick wit, and viral-style humor.

• Comfort with physical comedy and over-the-top expressions is a plus.

• For extras, strong reactive comedic timing is desired for background gags.

 

📩 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

 

Please email:

 

✅ Name

✅ Age

✅ Role Interested In

✅ Location

✅ Headshot or Clear Photo

✅ Acting Clip (if available)

✅ Instagram (optional)

 

Subject Line:

Girl, Bye! Casting – [Your Name]

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS:Untold Stories – SEASON 1 CASTING CALL

 

Production Company: Successful Toy Productions

Project: Behind Closed Doors – Drama Series on survivors of abuse

Season: 1

Location: Florida

Shoot Dates: TBA

Compensation: Non-Paid/IMDB Credits/Meal

 

MAIN ROLES – SEASON 1

 

DERRICK (35)

Male, Black

 

KIYA (22)

• Female, Black/Latina

• Slick-talking, insecure, controlling; Trey’s abusive girlfriend

• Explosive, volatile, manipulative

• Physical and emotional acting required

 

JADA (17)

• Female, Black

• Confident online, insecure in real life

• Season 1 arc: Dating Malik, experiences teenage dating abuse

• Emotional and assertive acting required

 

MALIK (18)

• Male, Black

• Popular, possessive, controlling; Jada’s boyfriend in S1

• Must portray manipulative, controlling behavior realistically

 

KIERRA (17)

• Female, Black

• Loyal best friend to Jada, bold, protective

• Intervenes in abusive situations, voice of reason

 

EVAN (34)

• Male, White/Latino

• Polished, manipulative, controlling; Maya’s abusive husband

• Must portray charm and menace

 

CALVIN (45)

• Male, Black

• Two-faced, controlling, manipulative; Renee’s abusive husband

 

SUPPORTING / RECURRING ROLES – SEASON 1

• LENA (35) – Female, Black/Latina; Maya’s sister, protective and bold

• TONI (40s) – Female, Black; Renee’s friend, safe space

• COUNSELOR (30–50) – Male/Female; supportive shelter/therapy staff

• VICTIM ADVOCATE (30–50) – Male/Female; legal support

• PASTOR (40–60) – Male; church leader, appears in Renee’s story

• CUSTOMERS / NEIGHBORS / STUDENTS / BYSTANDERS – All ethnicities; extras for realism

 

MINOR / GUEST ROLES – SEASON 1

• (4) Friends

(5) classmates

(5) co-workers

(5) neighbors

• (4) Teens for Jada’s school storyline

• (6) Extras for restaurants

(5) stores

(5) street scenes

(5) shelters

• Social media followers, online commenters (voiceover or text representation)

 

CASTING NOTES

• Diversity encouraged: All roles open to actors of color, all backgrounds

• Emotional range required: Trauma, fear, empowerment, recovery

• Physical ability required: Some scenes involve restraint, fleeing, confrontation

• Ages approximate: Actors should convincingly portray listed age range

 

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

 

Actors should submit:

• Headshot

• Resume / reel (if available)

• Age, ethnicity, and location

• Role(s) applying for

• Self- tape for main or recurring roles

 

Email submissions to: info@successfultoyproduction.com

🎬 ALL OR NOTHING CASTING CALL

 

Feature Film – Urban LGBTQ+ Drama

Location: South Florida

LEAD ROLE

ZARIAH (FEMALE, BLACK,40-45)

Reign's manipulative, jealous wife. Emotionally abusive, controlling, charming when it suits her, explosive when challenged. Must be able to portray narcissism, emotional volatility, and fear of abandonment. Major dramatic role.

 

🎭 SUPPORTING ROLES

REIGN'S BOSS (Any gender, 35-60)

Professional, concerned but business-minded. Begins to doubt Reign due to Zariah's lies.

 

MIKAYLA (Female, Black, 16–18)

 

Reign’s teenage daughter. Smart, guarded, emotionally torn between loyalty to her mother and confusion caused by Zariah’s manipulation. Requires emotional depth and subtle acting.

 

CARTER (Male, Black, 11–13)

 

Reign’s sensitive, gentle son. Caught in the middle of family chaos. Needs to portray vulnerability and fear without many lines.

 

🎭 BACKGROUND / EXTRAS

 

• Courtroom spectators

• School teachers

• Parents at school

• CPS office staff

• Police station staff

• Park pedestrians

• Coffee shop customers

• Office coworkers

• Neighbors

 

📌 PRODUCTION NOTES

  • Meals provided on set
  • IMDb credit
  • Professional footage for reels
  • Streaming distribution confirmed
  • Non-union / independent production
  • Travel not provided

 

📸 HOW TO SUBMIT:

  • Subject Line: ALL OR NOTHING – [ROLE NAME]
  • Include: Headshot, Resume, Reel (if available), Contact Info

🎬 MAD ASS BABY DADDY

Feature Film — Urban Drama / Family / LGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age

Written by: Toy Blackmon
Location: Florida
Shoot Type: Indie Feature / Streaming

 

🔥 LEAD ROLES

JAYDEN BAKER

Age: 16–18 (18+ to play teen)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Black
Role Type: Lead

A stylish, queer, confident high schooler building a fashion brand while surviving bullying, first love, and a father who doesn’t know how to love him. Jayden is expressive, sensitive, bold, and emotionally layered.

This role requires:

  • Comfort with LGBTQ+ themes
  • Confidence in expressive fashion
  • Ability to carry emotional scenes
  • Vulnerability + star quality

Comparable Vibe: Young Billy Porter meets Euphoria energy

 

TASHA BAKER (LATE 30s- EARLY 40s) - LEAD

GENDER: FEMALE

ETHNICITY: BLACK

LOOK: STRONG, ELEGANT, WORKING-CLASS MOTHER

VIBE: LOVING, PROTECTIVE, EMOTIONALLY DEEP

JAYDEN'S MOTHER. A WOMEN WHO RAISED HER SON ALONE AND REFUSES TO LET ANYONE SHAME HIM FOR WHO HE IS. SHE IS FIERCE BUT WARM. CARRIES EMOTIONAL WEIGHT WITH GRACE.

 

MARCUS BAKER (Early-Mid 40s) - Lead

Gender: Male

Ethnicity: Black

Look: Masculine, rough-edged, blue-collar

Vibe: Hardened but emotionally broken Jayden's father. A man battling toxic masculinity, fear, and guilt. He wants to reconnect but doesn't know how. Actor must show major emotional transformation.

 

🧒 FLASHBACK / YOUTH ROLES

YOUNG MARCUS (Early 20s)

Gender: Male

Ethnicity: Black

Look: Immature, restless, street energy

Vibe: Avoidant, scared, selfish

This is Marcus before growth - running from responsibility, walking out on his child. His performance helps the audience understand how far Marcus has fallen - and how far he must rise.

 

BABY JAYDEN (Infant)

Non-speaking role

Used in emotional flashback scenes.

 

💜 SUPPORTING ROLES

 

LIL D (30s-40s)

Gender: Male

Ethnicity: Black

Vibe: Ignorant, immature, follower always joking, clowning Jayden. Used to show Marcus' growth when he finally walks away.

 

MALIK

Age: 16–18 (18+ to play teen)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Black
Role Type: Supporting

Jayden’s crush — a closeted basketball player struggling between his truth and social pressure.

Must portray:

  • Fear
  • Internalized homophobia
  • Romantic tension

 

🏫 SCHOOL ROLES

 

BASKETBALL PLAYERS

Athletic teen males. Some bully Jayden.

 

STUDENTS (Extras)

Hallways, dance night, auditorium, locker room.

 

🧑🏽‍🎤 FASHION SHOW / DANCE / POP-UP

MODELS (Teen / Young Adult)

Jayden’s fashion showcase models.

 

DANCE NIGHT ATTENDEES

Teen extras, LGBTQ-friendly energy.

 

POP-UP SHOP CUSTOMERS

Young adults, creatives, fashion-forward.

 

🏙️ COMMUNITY EXTRAS

• Barbershop customers

• Construction workers

• Store customers

• Neighborhood people

• Social media reaction crowd

 

 

🎭 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

This film requires actors who are:

  • Emotionally fearless
  • Comfortable with LGBTQ+ storylines
  • Able to bring real Black family dynamics to life

This is not a stereotype-driven project.
This is a healing story about masculinity, queerness, and Black family trauma.

 

🎥 AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Actors should submit:

  • Headshot
  • Resume (if available)
  • 30–60 second monologue (dramatic preferred)
  • Self-tape sides will be sent to selected talent

 

🖤 WHY THIS FILM MATTERS

Mad Ass Baby Daddy tells the story most Black queer kids never get to see:
A father who actually tries to change.

It’s messy.
It’s uncomfortable.
It’s healing.

And it’s needed.

KUNTY – FULL CASTING CALL LIST

Project: KUNTY

Genre: LGBTQ+ Comedy / Friendship / Feel-Good

Written by: Toy Blackmon

Production Company: Successful Toy Production

 

We are seeking bold, expressive, comedic performers for the feature film KUNTY — a story about four queer friends navigating fame, chaos, and friendship through social media and performance.

 

SUPPORTING ROLE

 

BACKGROUND / EXTRAS

• Club Goers

• Grocery Store Shoppers

• Park Passersby

• Thrift Store Customers

• Roller Rink Skaters

• Laundromat Customers• Social Media Fans / Crowd Scenes

 

Submission Instructions

Actors should submit: Name, Age, Role Interested In, Headshot, Resume (if available), Reel (optional).

Subject Line: KUNTY Casting – Role – Your Name

Location: South Florida

Shoot Dates: TBD

Compensation: Deferred / Credit / Meals

Union Status: Independent Production

🎬 CASTING CALL — BAD PEOPLE, GOOD SPIRIT

Genre: Drama / Crime / Family
Length: 1 Hour
Written by: Successful Toy
Distribution: Streaming (Tubi, Roku TV, Apple TV, Amazon Prime)

 

🎭 SUPPORTING ROLES

 

ELIJAH

  • Age: 10–14
  • Gender: Male
  • Ethnicity: Black / African American
  • Role Type: Supporting
  • Description:
    A young boxer mentored by Trey. He looks up to Trey as a father figure and embodies the future Trey is fighting to protect.
  • Scenes Include: Gym training, emotional reactions

 

MARCUS (BOXER)

  • Age: 16–21
  • Gender: Male
  • Ethnicity: Black / African American
  • Role Type: Supporting
  • Description:
    A rising boxing talent with raw potential. Trey’s belief in him changes his trajectory.
  • Scenes Include: Training, public matches

 

TONY

  • Age: 15–18
  • Gender: Male
  • Ethnicity: Open
  • Role Type: Supporting
  • Description:
    A teen from Rome’s legal workshop seeking help for his brother. Represents vulnerable youth navigating the system.
  • Scenes Include: Community center, emotional plea

 

🎭 DAY PLAYER / MINOR ROLES

  • Boxing Gym Patrons (Teens & Adults, any race)
  • Club Manager / Goon
  • Nightclub Patrons
  • Interviewer (Documentary Scene)
  • Preacher

 

🎭 BACKGROUND EXTRAS

  • Courthouse crowds
  • Community members
  • Church congregation
  • Block party attendees
  • Youth workshop participants

 

📌 PRODUCTION NOTES

  • Meals provided on set
  • IMDb credit
  • Professional footage for reels
  • Independent, non-union production
  • Passion-driven, purpose-focused storytelling

 

📸 HOW TO SUBMIT:

  • Subject Line: BAD PEOPLE, GOOD SPIRIT – [ROLE NAME]
  • Include: Headshot, Resume, Reel (if available), Contact Info
  • Optional: Links to social media, improv or comedy clips

🎬 CASTING CALL: NOT IN THE BUDGET

Genre: Urban Workplace Comedy
Location: South Florida
Production Type: Independent TV Series
Union Status: Non-Union
Compensation: Credit, meals, and copy provided
Filming Dates: TBA

 

MAIN CHARACTERS

TREVOR - The Sales Bro Nobody Asked for

Age: 20s-30s

Gender: Male

Type: Supporting

Loud, overconfident, and almost always wrong - but he tries. Thinks he's the next Steve jobs with the energy of a frat president. His charm works about 20% of the time.

DENISE "D' BROWN

AGE: 30s-40s

GENDER: FEMALE

TYPE: LEAD

Sharp-tongued, deadpan, and fiercely comepent. Denise has zero patience for nonsense. She's the office's emotional backbone-but would rather you didn't talk to her before coffee.

 

🔸 ADDITIONAL ROLES (Day Players & Background).

• Reality Show Contestants – Fame-hungry and unstable.

• Seminar Guests / Clients / Background Staff – Office extras, tech bros, fake influencers, etc..

 

 

📸 HOW TO SUBMIT:

  • Subject Line: NOT IN THE BUDGET – [ROLE NAME]
  • Include: Headshot, Resume, Reel (if available), Contact Info
  • Optional: Links to social media, improv or comedy clips

🎬 CASTING CALL

 

WAS A THANG

 

Urban Drama Feature Film

Written & Directed by Toy Blackmon

Production: Successful Toy Productions

Filming: Belle Glade & West Palm Beach, Florida

Shoot Dates: TBA

 

FEATURED SUPPORTING ROLES

CLUB PROMOTER

Male 25-45

Runs Club Eden and works with D-Money during the performance scenes.

 

🎥 BACKGROUND EXTRAS

 

BARTENDER 

 

BLOCK PARTY CROWD

Male & Female • 18–65

Neighborhood residents, dancers, and audience members.

 

 

BELLE GLADE STREET EXTRAS

Male & Female • 18–70

Barbershop customers, people on bikes, corner freestylers.

 

 

CLUB EDEN CROWD

Male & Female • 21–40

Nightclub patrons, dancers, VIP guests.

 

 

VIP SECTION GUESTS

Male & Female • 25–45

Fashionable nightlife crowd.

 

 

RECORDING STUDIO STAFF

Male & Female • 25–50

Sound engineers and studio assistants.

 

 

BASKETBALL COURT PLAYERS

Male • 18–30

Local basketball players.

 

Studio Engineer – Recording Studio

 

📩 SUBMISSION INFORMATION

 

Actors should submit:

 

• Name

• Age

• Location

• Headshot

• Acting reel (if available)

 

Email submissions to:

 

📧 info@successfultoyproduction.com

 

Subject: WAS A THANG CASTING

COUSINS & CHAOS — FEATURE FILM CASTING CALL

 

Genre: Urban Comedy

Project Type: Indie Feature Film

Written/Produced by: Toy Blackmon

Location: Florida

Compensation: Non-paid/ Credit / Meal

 

Logline:

When a group of chaotic cousins are forced to throw a family reunion in two weeks or lose Grandma’s house, shortcuts, clunders, and clout-chasing turn into nonstop comedy. But when everything falls apart, they learn family is bigger than perfection.

DAY PLAYERS & EXTRAS

 

• Cousins (18–45)

• Aunties & Uncles (40–70)

• Kids / Toddlers (3–10)

• Neighbors (30–65)

• Random Guests (18–65)

 

 

SUBMISSION INFO

 

Submit:

• Name

• Age

• Role

• Headshot

• Resume (if available)

• Reel (if available)

 

Subject: COUSINS & CHAOS – Role Name

🎬 CASTING CALL – MEN vs YN (Feature Film)

 

Production Title: MEN vs YN

Genre: Urban Drama / Coming-of-Age / Social Thriller

Shoot Location: Florida (or TBD)

Shoot Dates: May 2026 (Tentative)

Production Company: Successful Toy Production

Compensation: Credit + Copy + Deferred (Beginner-Friendly Production)

Union Status: Non-Union

 

MEN vs YN explores the collision between internet fame, street validation, brotherhood, and real-life consequences. We are seeking raw, authentic performers who can bring truth, vulnerability, and intensity to the screen.

SUPPORTING ROLE

 

ZAY'S MOM

AGE RANGE; 35-50

ETHNICITY: OPEN

VIBE: HARDWORKING, PROTECTIVE, WISE

 

DAY PLAYERS / EXTRAS

• Partygoers

• Basketball players

• YN teens

• Barbershop customers

• Open mic audience

• Gas station patrons

 

Age Range: 16–40

Experience: None required

 

SUBMISSION INFO

 

To Submit:

• Name

• Age

• Location

• Role Interested In

• Headshot / Photo

• Acting Reel (if available)

• Social Media (optional)

 

Www.successfultoyproduction.com Under Casting Call

Subject Line: MEN vs YN – Role Name

 

🎬 TONE NOTE FOR ACTORS

 

This film is not about glorifying street life — it’s about exposing the cost of attention, loyalty, and identity in the social-media era. We are looking for truth, not stereotypes.