Georgia
Want to be in a big movie or show? Here are some casting calls for Georgia talent
Georgia plays a huge part in the film and TV industry, with several notable movies and shows using the state for production. According to the state’s Department of Economic Development, there are more than 20 major series currently being filmed in Georgia plus multiple feature films. Marvel fans will often see a Georgia peach logo appear before or after the post-credits scenes of their favorite flicks.
But these projects can’t happen without sufficient casting. To fill the many empty slots, studios put out casting calls for a variety of roles — and they are being snapped up fast.
Take a look at some opportunities — open as of Jan. 28 — in Georgia to appear in a major motion picture or hit TV show, according to Project Casting:
“Superman: Legacy”
Central Casting is looking for male, white children that can work in Atlanta around May and June are needed for “Superman: Legacy.” Previous acting experience is helpful but not mandatory. Competitive pay will be available plus a film credit, and travel and accommodation expenses will be covered if applicable. There is also an open casting call for background actors/actresses.
DC Comics is getting a reboot on the big screen with a brand new slate of movies and shows. This is one of the first productions and will be written and directed by James Gunn, the mind behind the “Guardians of the Galaxy” trilogy and “The Suicide Squad.” Little is known about the movie’s exact plot, except that Superman will be reconciling his alien heritage with his human upbringing and the movie will focus on the character’s role as a symbol of hope and light. “Superman: Legacy” scheduled for release on July 11, 2025.
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“Cobra Kai”
CAB Castings is filling a variety of roles for season six of “Cobra Kai.” A photo-double (someone who stands in for a cast member) is needed, one who is a Black male between 18 and 25-years-old. He will shoot in Atlanta between Monday and Feb. 8 for $200 per 12-hour-day. There is also an open call for extras to play high school students at a rate of $90 per eight-hour-day.
“Cobra Kai” reignited and invited new fans to a franchise that kicked off with the “The Karate Kid” movies released 40 years ago. The show gave more depth to the original characters while developing new, younger leads for fans to fall in love with as everyone explores new sides of karate and new sides of themselves. The show’s sixth and final season is expected to release this year, but there is not an exact date yet.
“Reasonable Doubt”
Central Casting has an open casting call for the second season of “Reasonable Doubt.” Various performers are needed to play members of a courtroom audience, staff and clients at a law office, and general Los Angeles residents. The call is for ages 18 and older who can play Asian, Latin American, or Muslim and can work in Atlanta. They will be paid $130 for 10 hours.
The legal drama released on Hulu in 2022. It follows an LA defense attorney’s personal and professional struggles. The show was created by Raamla Mohamed, who was a writer and executive story editor for ABC’s “Scandal.” A release date for season two has not been released yet.
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“Tell Me Lies”
Central Casting is casting for baristas on the second season of “Telling Me Lies.” College-age individuals are needed who will efficiently operate espresso machines and other standard barista equipment. They will film in Decatur in February and be paid $154 for 12 hours.
This is another dramatic Hulu series released in 2022. It chronicles a young couple’s intense and intoxicating romance over the span of eight years. The show was created by Meaghan Oppenheimer, who made Catherine Zeta-Jones’ Facebook Watch series “Queen America.” A release date for season two has not been released yet.
ATLANTA – A widespread, soaking rain is heading for North Georgia, with the wettest period expected late Monday night through early Tuesday morning.
What they’re saying:
“This is just some rain,” said FOX 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist David Chandley. “We’re not going to see any thunderstorms, not going to see any of that pink and blue on the map that they’re having out there in Arkansas and Missouri. That’s some wintry weather. We’re just gonna get some plain old rain rolling our way.”
The first round of showers will move in overnight, with rain becoming more consistent before sunrise Tuesday.
“Once it rolls in, it’s gonna stick around for a little bit,” Chandley said. “We’re talking about overnight tonight into the early morning hours — that paints a pretty green picture across North Georgia.”
Rain is expected to begin between 9–10 p.m. Monday and mostly move out by 8 a.m. Tuesday.
Heaviest rain south of Atlanta
Local perspective:
While all of north Georgia will see measurable rain, the heaviest totals are expected south of I-20, where some locations could pick up well over an inch.
“The heaviest rain, I think, is going to be down here south of the city,” Chandley said. “That’s where we could pick up well over an inch of rain during the duration of this into early tomorrow morning.”
Even after the steady rain tapers off, the Tuesday morning commute may still be damp. Chandley said clouds will linger and “it’ll take all day for the clouds to begin to break.”
Beneficial rainfall for a dry year
By the numbers:
Most of metro Atlanta is expected to see ½ inch to 1 inch of rain, with higher amounts south of the city.
“This would be beneficial… anywhere from a half, three-quarters of an inch, up to an inch, with an inch plus down on the south side,” Chandley said. “We will take that, thank you very much. We’ve got a six-inch rainfall deficit for the year.”
The Source: Information in this article came from the FOX 5 Storm Team.
Georgia
11 fatal crashes, over 400 DUI arrests across Georgia during Thanksgiving travel period, officials say
Georgia saw a double-digit number of deadly crashes during the busy Thanksgiving travel season, data from the Georgia Department of Public Safety reveals.
According to the department, 11 people died in crashes across the state between the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and Sunday, including one double fatality in Newton County. Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to six of the deadly crashes, while local law enforcement agencies handled the remaining five.
The agency says 498 crashes with 236 injuries were reported during the period. Of those crashes, 48 were associated with driving under the influence, officials said.
The data shows that law enforcement arrested 422 drivers on DUI charges, issued 680 distracted driving citations, and 847 seatbelt citations.
The numbers are slightly lower than in 2024. Last year, DPH said troopers investigated more than 540 traffic crashes across Georgia, which resulted in nearly 265 injuries and 17 fatalities.
AAA predicted that 2.3 million travelers from Georgia would be traveling for Thanksgiving, with the majority of those driving to their holiday destinations. Atlanta was also one of the organization’s top 10 destinations for Thanksgiving for the second year in a row.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A week of lane closures on Georgia 400 begins Monday night as crews work to build new express lanes.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) said the closures will affect northbound and southbound lanes along a 16-mile stretch, from MARTA’s North Springs station in Fulton County to around 1 mile north of McFarland Parkway in Forsyth County, from Monday through Friday.
GDOT said the closures will last from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Monday, with some lane closures lasting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Tuesday.
The department urges drivers to expect delays, use caution and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones.
Below are the details on the closures, according to GDOT:
Georgia 400 Northbound
- SR 400 (Georgia 400) NB from Abernathy Road (MM 8) to Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) – Single outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) to Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) – Single, outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) to SR 141 (MM 27) – Single, outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from Abernathy Road (MM 8) to Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) to Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) to SR 141 (MM 27) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 NB from McGinnis Ferry Road to Big Creek Trail – Outside shoulder closure – Tuesday, Dec. 2 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- SR 400 NB Northridge Road to Roberts Drive – Outside shoulder closure – Tuesday, Dec. 2 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Georgia 400 Southbound
- SR 400 (Georgia 400) SB from SR 141 (MM 27) to Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) – Single, outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 SB from Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) to Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) – Single, outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 SB from Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) to Abernathy Road (MM 8) – Single, outside right-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 SB from SR 141 (MM 27) to Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 SB from Old Milton Parkway (MM 19) to Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- SR 400 SB from Holcomb Bridge Road (MM 15) to Abernathy Road (MM 8) – Double, inside left-lane and shoulder closure – Monday, Dec. 1, to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
Other locations
- Windward Parkway NB Exit – Single, left or right lane closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- Mansell Road NB Exit – Single, right lane closure – Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m.
- Roberts Drive – Lane closure – Tuesday, Dec. 2 to Friday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The work schedule could change, so drivers should check the SR 400 Express Lanes website for the latest updates, GDOT said. Drivers can also check updates by calling “511,” visiting 511ga.org, or by downloading the “Georgia511” app.
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