{"id":168495,"date":"2026-02-25T12:06:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T12:06:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/168495\/"},"modified":"2026-02-25T12:06:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T12:06:32","slug":"movies-and-tv-shows-casting-in-tampa-wftv-17","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/168495\/","title":{"rendered":"Movies and TV shows casting in Tampa \u2013 WFTV"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1760612655_473_pixel.gif\" height=\"1\" width=\"1\" style=\"display:none\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/VJUKPHKZP45ELEAOK7JNKWVXSY.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>Movies and TV shows casting in Tampa<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities&#8217; Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Backstage<\/a> compiled a list of projects casting right now in Tampa, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they&#8217;re looking to fill.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/BAZWGUN64463HDFG2YDXS52OA4.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Aftertone&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: short film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Ezra (lead, male, 21-39)<br \/>&#8212; Kristina (supporting, female, 4-6)<br \/>&#8212; Viola (lead, female, 18-35)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $350<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the short film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/aftertone-3100292\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/D3JFBKMTB42HNKHYFXRWRDTTXA.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;A Meaningful Night&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: short film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Gabriel (supporting, male, 25-39)<br \/>&#8212; Marcus (supporting, male, 30-45)<br \/>&#8212; Mr. Mitchell (supporting, male, 45-60)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $600<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the short film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/a-meaningful-night-3100995\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/YE27N7JBBI5SZERX75GPHJJ2ZE.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Love Unseen&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: student film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Sam (lead, male, 18-35)<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the student film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/love-unseen-3107056\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/6RYS2Z2G7U3FXBWHBBHJ6XT6FM.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;The Deadline&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: short film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Sophie Warren (lead, female, 31-50)<br \/>&#8212; Alexander Warren (lead, male, 31-50)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $1,200<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the short film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/the-deadline-3071343\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/UI22RR6B6466BI57W2A73FC6U4.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Coming Home&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: student film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Johnathan (lead, male, 18-29)<br \/>&#8212; Jessica (supporting, female, 18-29)<br \/>&#8212; Ian (supporting, male, 18-29)<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the student film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/coming-home-3103923\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/DBBGPKX6GI44FPBXFAALDQGMDA.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;THE BUSY HOURS&#8221; TAMPA FL APPLICANTS &#8221; CALLING BOTH REAL-LIFE CAREGIVERS (15 years experience or more)  &amp; SERIOUS ACTORS&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: documentary<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Well Intentioned Caregiver (supporting, female, 30-60)<br \/>&#8212; THE DISTRACTED CAREGIVER (supporting, female, 30-58)<br \/>&#8212; THE MISMATCHED CAREGIVER (supporting, female, 30-48)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $500<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the documentary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/the-busy-hours-tampa-fl-applicants-calling-both-real-life-caregivers-15-years-experience-or-more-serious-actors-3079052\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/DV5RHWEMOI6LJIEBUTBVTSFFWM.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;It&#8217;s Complicated&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: feature film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Fay (supporting, female, 37-43)<br \/>&#8212; Carly (supporting, female, 30-38)<br \/>&#8212; Dawn (day player, female, 40-45)<br \/>&#8211; Casting locations: Tampa<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the feature film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/its-complicated-3066952\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/T2QIYOOOLU3FPAYDLBDTPALC6Q.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>Microdrama China<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: vertical series<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Amber Scott (lead, female, 18-22)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $800<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the vertical series <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/microdrama-china-3100659\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/XFOIB2CZS44W5OKD6SOS2YGAVQ.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Married a Dummy&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: vertical series<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Noah Carter (lead, male, 25-35)<br \/>&#8212; Amelia Dawson (lead, female, 20-30)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $9,600<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the vertical series <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/married-a-dummy-3105555\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/BZRVWDF5LQZDDGETWBKTBKNYCY.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Painted with L.O.V.E.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: feature film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Lilly (lead, female, 22-30)<br \/>&#8212; Patrick Jones (lead, 25-35)<br \/>&#8212; Lois (supporting, female, 22-30)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $10,000<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the feature film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/painted-with-love-3093080\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/QLLIHYOUOI4S3AHGQZWYRWM3I4.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>Indie Drama Feature Project<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: feature film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; James (supporting, male, 30-55)<br \/>&#8212; Penny (supporting, female, 9-12)<br \/>&#8212; Bully Kid (day player, male, 4-6)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $3,488<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the feature film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/indie-drama-feature-project-3066900\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/I4B3GZHFNIZAXHBS4SIF4K7AWM.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;The Summer of Your Life&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: reality TV<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Single Hot Leading Man (real people, male, 25-31)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $4,000<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the reality TV show <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/the-summer-of-your-life-3099406\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/4RYBEPUDFEYBRDHMF4JBH44AMI.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Cousins&#8217;<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: feature film<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Daniel Wilson (lead, male, 18-35)<br \/>&#8212; Isabella Wilson-Smith (supporting, female, 18-35)<br \/>&#8212; Marie Wilson (supporting, female, 25-40)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $900<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the feature film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/cousins-3075712\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/https:\/\/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com\/cmg\/4WXGIISWFY3RDJVMMZSOM5FEX4.jpg\" width=\"1440\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1htor29-0 jibCgM image-metadata\">(Stacker\/Stacker)<\/p>\n<p>High-Impact Vertical Drama Series<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">&#8211; Project type: vertical series<br \/>&#8211; Roles: <br \/>&#8212; Lead Female (lead, female, 18-35)<br \/>&#8212; Lead Male (lead, male, 18-40)<br \/>&#8211; Roles pay up to: $6,400<br \/>&#8211; Casting: nationwide<br \/>&#8211; Learn more about the vertical series <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/casting\/high-impact-vertical-drama-series-3080817\/?utm_source=stacker&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.backstage.com\/discover\/movies-and-tv-shows-casting-across-the-us-77173\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">This story<\/a> was<br \/>\n    produced by <a href=\"https:\/\/backstage.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/>\n    Backstage<\/a> and reviewed and<br \/>\n    distributed by <a href=\"https:\/\/hubs.la\/Q03klgSR0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Stacker<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"(Stacker\/Stacker) Movies and TV shows casting in Tampa The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":101317,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[60769,135,137,136],"class_list":["post-168495","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tampa","tag-stacker","tag-tampa","tag-tampa-headlines","tag-tampa-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168495","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=168495"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/168495\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/101317"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=168495"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=168495"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=168495"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}