🎬 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

 

🎭 MAIN ROLES

 

TIARA (27) – Lead

• Urban, sassy, loud, bold, comedic timing essential.

• Can play dramatic, chaotic, and main-character energy.

• Must be comfortable with improv, physical comedy, and delivering “viral” lines.

• Appearance: Stylish but lived-in; personality shines more than clothes.

 

SHAE (26) – Tiara’s best friend

• Blunt, sarcastic, funny, supportive but brutally honest.

• Strong comedic presence, good with quick dialogue and reactions.

• Comfortable doing FaceTime-style scenes and improvisation.

 

BIG DADDY DAVE (35–45) – Flashy new love interest

• Charismatic, smooth, confident, loud personality.

• Comfortable with comedic chaos and improvisation.

• Looks: flashy, confident, with a “rich but messy” aesthetic.

 

RECURRING CHARACTERS

 

MS. PEACHES (60s) – Neighbor / wise comic relief

• Messy, witty, old-school wisdom, sassy with everyone.

• Strong comedic timing, good with one-liners.

 

MR. EARL (50s) – Neighbor / straight-man comedic foil

• Sarcastic, dry humor, reacts to the chaos around him.

• Can do physical comedy in reactions.

 

NISHA (25) – Woman Ronnie flirts with at Waffle House

• Dramatic, flirty, comedic timing for awkward situations.

 

D-MONEY (30) – Ronnie’s sidekick

• Chill, sarcastic, reacts to chaos, comedic support role.

 

BARBER (30s–50s) – Barbershop cameo

• Comedic timing for one-scene reactions.

 

GUEST / EPISODIC CHARACTERS

PODCAST HOST (30s–40s) – Energetic, hype, reacts to Tiara’s fame.

KIDS / TEENS (8–16) – Neighborhood kids, react to Tiara’s memes/fame.

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 – 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

 

TREY (23–24)

• Male, Black

• Soft-spoken, kind-hearted; survivor of intimate partner abuse

• Season 1 arc: Escaping Kiya’s abuse, rebuilding his confidence and independence

• Requires strong emotional range

 

KIYA (22)

• Female, Black/Latina

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

• Explosive, volatile, manipulative

• Physical and emotional acting required

 

LORETTA (50s, mid-50s)

• Female, Black

• Strong, nurturing mother figure, protective of Trey

• Offers wisdom, moral guidance, and safety

 

MARCUS (25)

• Male, Black

• Trey’s best friend, street-smart, blunt, supportive

• Comic relief at times, emotional support

 

NIA (28)

• Female, Black

• Survivor of domestic abuse (Derrick)

• Season 1 arc: Trapped in controlling relationship, learns to escape

• Emotional acting required, including fear and empowerment

 

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

 

MAYA (32)

• Female, Black/Latina

• Artistic, warm, confident; victim of emotional abuse by husband Evan

• Season 1 arc: Gaslighting, isolation, reclaiming independence

 

EVAN (34)

• Male, White/Latino

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

• Must portray charm and menace

 

RENEE (41)

• Female, Black

• Survivor of long-term marital abuse by Calvin

• Season 1 arc: Leaving abusive husband, seeking safety and peace

 

CALVIN (45)

• Male, Black

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

 

AISHA (29)

• Female, Black

• Survivor of abuse by Ron

• Season 1 arc: Seeking independence, courtroom scenes, self-empowerment

 

RON (33)

• Male, Black

• Charming publicly, abusive privately; antagonist to Aisha

 

SUPPORTING / RECURRING ROLES – SEASON 1

TANYA (30s) – Female, Black; Nia’s coworker, funny, supportive

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

POLICE OFFICERS – Male/Female; law enforcement

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

 

MINOR / GUEST ROLES – SEASON 1

• (5) Friends

(5) classmates

(5) co-workers

(5) neighbors

• (5) 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 ROLES

 

TONI (Female, Black or Mixed, 30–38)

 

Reign’s new love interest. Calm, emotionally intelligent, grounded. She represents safety, healing, and real love. Must have warm energy and strong chemistry with Reign.

 

🎭 SUPPORTING ROLES

 

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.

 

🎭 FEATURED & DAY PLAYER ROLES

 

Professional, serious. Investigates Zariah’s false claims.

 

POLICE OFFICER #1 & #2 (Any gender, 25–55)

 

Respond to domestic disturbance and escort Reign to retrieve belongings.

 

COURT CLERK (Any gender, 25–60)

 

Calls cases, interacts with courtroom characters.

 

SOCIAL MEDIA GIRL (Female, 20–35)

 

One of Zariah’s flirtations — shows Zariah’s dishonesty.

 

🎭 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

 

🧒 FLASHBACK / YOUTH ROLES

YOUNG TASHA (Early 20s)

Gender: Female

Ethnicity: Black

Look: Natural beauty, young mother

Vibe: Soft, emotional, overwhelmed but loving

We see her in flashbacks holding baby Jayden, crying, trying to survive abandonment. This role carries a lot of emotional depth even in limited screen time.

 

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

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

 

⚖️ COURT & ADULT ROLES

 

THE JUDGE (50s–70s)

Gender: Any

Ethnicity: Open

Strong, authoritative. Delivers powerful courtroom dialogue.

 

TASHA’S LAWYER (30s–50s)

Professional, sharp, composed.

 

COURT BAILIFF

Quiet authority, present during courtroom scenes.

 

🏫 SCHOOL ROLES

SCHOOL SHOWCASE HOST

Charismatic student or teacher introducing Jayden.

 

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 – Casting Call

 

Project Type: Feature Film – Gay Comedy / Friendship / Feel-Good

Filming Location: South Florida

Filming Dates: TBA

Compensation: Non-Paid/IMDB Credits/Meal

Director: Toy Blackmon

 

🎬 SUPPORTING ROLES

 

• Coffee Shop Barista / Open Mic Host

• Club DJ or Host

• Social Media Troll (cameo)

• Casting Director / QueerTube Rep (small but important speaking role)

• Fans who interact with the crew

 

Local Coffee Shop Barista / Open Mic Host

Age: 20–35

Personality: Friendly, quirky, good with comedic timing. Can improvise reactions to chaos on stage.

Scenes: Open mic sequences, interacts with the KUNTY KREW.

 

Random Passersby / Fans

Age: 18–40

Personality: Outgoing, expressive, can react dramatically to chaos.

Scenes: Dollar store talent show, thrift store runway, livestream reactions.

 

Social Media Troll / Livestream Commentator (Optional Cameo)

Age: 18–30

Personality: Over-the-top, expressive, comedic timing for on-screen text/voiceover interactions.

 

Extras / Crowd

 

👥 EXTRAS / BACKGROUND

 

• Coffee shop patrons

• Club crowd

• Thrift store shoppers

• Dollar store talent show audience

• Livestream audience (on camera)

• Street pedestrians

• Roller rink skaters

• Laundromat dancers

 

Fans, Coffee Shop Patrons, Club Goers, Street Passersby

Age: 18–50

Personality: Energetic, expressive, comfortable with improv reactions.

Scenes: Montage sequences, audience reactions, dance sequences.

 

 

Submission Instructions:

 

Required:

1. Headshot

2. Resume (if available)

3. 30–60 second self-tape introducing yourself in character, improvising a small chaotic scenario (like dropping glitter or tripping over something funny)

4. Optional: Any dance or comedic clips

 

Deadline: March 2026

 

Notes:

• Must be comfortable with physical comedy, costumes, glitter, and improv.

• Open to diverse casting.

🎬 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)

 

🎭 LEAD ROLES

 

Camille “Cam” Cross

  • Age: mid 30s
  • Gender: Female
  • Ethnicity: Black / African American
  • Role Type: Lead
  • Description:
    Fierce, intelligent defense attorney who defends society’s outcasts. Stylish, sharp- tongued, and emotionally layered. Single mother to Tayla.

 

🎭 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

 

  • Reporter / Media Host
  • Assistant (Law Office)
  • Boxing Gym Patrons (Teens & Adults, any race)
  • Single Mother
  • Club Manager / Goon
  • Nightclub Patrons
  • Church Preacher
  • Interviewer (Documentary Scene)

 

🎭 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 — DEADBEAT MOTHER

Genre: Urban Drama
Length: ~60 minutes
Written by: Successful Toy
Distribution: Streaming (Tubi, Roku TV, Apple TV, Amazon Prime)

 

🎭 LEAD ROLES

 

TASHA GRANT

  • Age: 25–32
  • Gender: Female
  • Ethnicity: Black / African American
  • Role Type: Lead
  • Description:
    Tasha is a conflicted mother struggling with immaturity, avoidance, and regret. She loves her daughter but lacks consistency and accountability. Her arc moves from denial and escapism to painful self-awareness. This role requires range — charm, defensiveness, emotional breakdown, and quiet remorse.
  • Key Themes: Abandonment, accountability, redemption
  • Scenes Include: Club scenes, court hearings, pregnancy reveal, final therapy moment
  • Must Be Comfortable With: Emotional scenes, morally complex character

 

🎭 DAY PLAYER / MINOR ROLES

 

TASHA’S FRIENDS (2 ROLES)

  • Age: 21–35
  • Gender: Female
  • Description:
    Club friends who enable Tasha’s lifestyle and avoidance.
  • Scenes Include: Club sequences, social media moments

Mothers at Therapy Center

  • Age: 20s-40s
  • Description:
    Appears in court scenes and custody meetings.

BACKGROUND ROLES

  • Parents at school
  • Children at playground
  • Courtroom attendees
  • Club patrons

 

📌 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: DEAD BEAT MOTHER – [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: September 2026


RECURRING & GUEST CHARACTER

KYLE - Startup Bro With No Product, Just Vibes

Age: 20s-30s | Gender: Male| Type: Guest Star

Believes in his terrible app like it’s a religion. Drinks Soylent, speaks in hashtags, and might actually be allergic to hard work.

 

🔸 ADDITIONAL ROLES (Day Players & Background)

Retreat Campers – Unwilling nature lovers.

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 – FEATURE FILM
🎥 Title:
WAS A THANG
Genre: Urban Drama / Music Romance
Location: Belle Glade & West Palm Beach, FL
Production: Successful Toy Production

Was A Thang follows a talented couple chasing success in the music industry when temptation, ambition, and manipulation threaten their love and careers.

 

SUPPORTING ROLES

 

DJ AT CLUB EDEN (Male or Female, 21–40)
Club DJ who introduces and backs Tasha’s performances. Must look authentic to nightlife culture.

 

DAY PLAYER ROLES

INDUSTRY HEADS (Male/Female, 30–55)
Executives, managers, A&Rs in VIP sections reacting to performances.

 

BLOGGER / REPORTER (Male/Female, 21–40)
Covers Tasha’s rise and interacts briefly with cast.

 

STYLIST / PHOTOGRAPHER (Male/Female, 21–40)
Works with Tasha during her glow-up montage scenes.

 

EXTRAS

CLUB GOERS (Ages 18–45)
Crowd scenes in Club Eden and showcase performances.

 

BELLE GLADE LOCALS (All ages)
Street scenes, sidewalk hangouts, background town life.

 

VIP PARTY CROWD (Ages 21–45)
Upscale nightlife vibe, stylish looks encouraged.

 

MUSIC SHOWCASE AUDIENCE (All looks)
Reacting fans during performances.

 

TALENT NOTES

  • Singing ability a plus for Tasha.
  • Music background helpful for Ace.
  • Real, natural dialogue delivery preferred.
  • Urban, authentic energy encouraged.

 

📩 SUBMISSION INFO
Subject Line:
Was A Thang – Role Name – Your Name

Include:

  • Headshot
  • Name / Age / Location
  • Acting reel (if available)
  • Role applying for

 

🎬 Was A Thang – When chasing success almost costs real love.

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.

 

LEAD ROLES

 

T-MONEY (Male, 28–40) – LEAD

T-Money is the hustler cousin. He always has a plan, but it’s usually the wrong one. Confident, funny, fast-talking, and full of shortcuts that create chaos. He believes in “figuring it out later” and somehow survives every bad decision with charm.

 

Personality:

• Loud, charming, smooth

• Street-smart, emotionally reckless

• Natural comedian with big energy

 

Acting Style:

• Strong improv skills

• Great comic timing

• Comfortable with physical comedy

 

Screen Time:

• Heavy dialogue

• Group scenes

• Comedy leadership moments

 

Looking For:

An actor with personality, presence, and the ability to make mistakes funny instead of annoying.

 

CJ (Female, 25–35) – LEAD

CJ is the responsible cousin who holds the family together. She’s bossy, loving, protective, and always stressed because everyone depends on her. She talks slick, but her heart is real. CJ is the emotional center of the movie.

 

Personality:

• Strong, caring, funny

• Natural leader

• Smart-mouth but loving

 

Acting Style:

• Can balance comedy and emotion

• Strong delivery in argument scenes

• Natural reactions

 

Screen Time:

• Heavy dialogue

• Emotional scenes

• Comedy + heart moments

 

Looking For:

An actress who can be funny without losing realism and can carry scenes emotionally.

 

SHANICE (Female, 22–30) – LEAD

Shanice is the influencer cousin. Always filming, dancing, and chasing viral moments. She sees life through her phone screen. Funny, dramatic, stylish, and modern. She learns that family moments matter more than views.

 

Personality:

• High energy

• Confident, expressive

• Social-media savvy

 

Acting Style:

• Comfortable on camera

• Strong reactions

• Improv friendly

 

Screen Time:

• Promo scenes

• Dance moments

• Comedy chaos

 

Looking For:

An actress with personality, presence, and comedic instincts who feels natural in influencer-style roles.

 

DRE (Male, 24–32) – LEAD

Dre is the tech genius with no street sense. Smart, awkward, lovable, and surprisingly talented. He overthinks everything and accidentally creates chaos with his “help.” Ends up gaining confidence by the end.

 

Personality:

• Quirky

• Intelligent

• Dry humor

 

Acting Style:

• Subtle comedy

• Good timing

• Natural awkwardness

 

Screen Time:

• Dialogue scenes

• Reaction comedy

• Karaoke moment

 

Looking For:

An actor who can be funny without being loud and sell awkward charm.

 

UNCLE BUDDY (Male, 45–65) – LEAD

Uncle Buddy runs the corner store and thinks he’s the family philosopher. Always drinking, always talking, always wrong — but lovable. Scene-stealer with big one-liners and physical comedy.

 

Personality:

• Funny

• Loud

• Warm-hearted mess

 

Acting Style:

• Strong comedic presence

• Comfortable with physical comedy

• Great delivery

 

Screen Time:

• Comedy set pieces

• Hosting games

• Reaction humor

 

Looking For:

An actor with charisma who can steal scenes naturally.

 

GRANDMA JACKSON (Female, 60–80) – LEAD

Grandma is the boss of the family. Sharp, funny, loving, and manipulative in the best way. She fakes being sick to force the family to get their act together. She runs the house and everyone knows it.

 

Personality:

• Warm but savage

• Strong authority

• Funny without trying

 

Acting Style:

• Natural presence

• Emotional realism

• Comic timing

 

Screen Time:

• Authority scenes

• Emotional moments

• Comedy beats

 

Looking For:

An actress with real “grandma energy” who feels authentic and powerful on screen.

 

SUPPORTING ROLES

 

AUNTIE BEV (Female, 45–65)

The aunt who always ruins potato salad with raisins and defends it like it’s law. Loud, funny, and dramatic in the kitchen.

 

Personality:

• Defensive

• Loud

• Funny

 

Acting Style:

• Argument comedy

• Big reactions

 

PASTOR (Male, 40–65)

Walks in on Uncle Buddy’s beer pong using church cups. Serious face, funny reactions.

 

Personality:

• Calm

• Judgmental

• Dry humor

 

Acting Style:

• Straight-man comedy

• Reaction timing

 

PIT BULL GUY (Male, 25–45)

Random man who shows up thinking it’s a free ribs party. Short but memorable.

 

Personality:

• Confident

• Funny

• Natural

 

Acting Style:

• Casual comedy

• Improvisation friendly

 

OLD CHIP MAN (Male, 50–75)

Walks through Shanice’s promo video eating chips asking if it’s free.

 

Personality:

• Chill

• Funny without trying

 

Acting Style:

• Natural delivery

• Improvised style

 

THRIFT STORE CASHIER (Any Gender, 18–50)

Deals with T-Money’s bargaining nonsense.

 

Personality:

• Deadpan

• Sarcastic

 

Acting Style:

• Straight-face comedy

 

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