Casting Call in Chicago for Upcoming Movie “Saturn Returns”

By | November 3, 2025

A new film is now in production in the Chicago, Illinois area.

The project’s casting team at 4 Star is seeking Chicago locals to work as paid extras on set as well as stand-ins.

According to the movie’s IMDB page, the film is a Chicago love story which follows two college sweethearts over a decade as they navigate the complexities of adulthood and fate tests their youthful dreams.

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Casting Notice for Stand-Ins:

Please note that you must live in the Chicagoland area as no travel will be paid.

CASTING CALL – FEATURE
PROJECT: SATURN RETURN

ROLE: ROS STAND-IN OR MARK STAND-IN
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday, 11/5 (Both), Thursday, 11/6 (Both), Tuesday, 11/11 (Ros Only)

LOCATION: Wauconda, IL (Must be able to get to the location on your own)
RATE: $180/8
TENTATIVE CALL TIME: Wednesday, 11/5 (7:00 AM), Thursday, 11/6 (10:00 AM), Tuesday, 11/11 (6:30 AM)

LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN PLAY THE FOLLOWING:
We are looking for experienced stand-ins. Must have a vehicle to get to locations and/or be willing to arrange your own transportation via Uber, Lyft, etc. Do Not Submit if you are not able to meet the listed requirements.
Male / MARK STAND-IN, Caucasian, 6’1”, 45 – 65 yrs old, see photo reference
Female / ROS STAND-IN, Caucasian, 5’3”, 35 to 55 yrs old, see photo reference
Entertainment Partners, the parent company of the POP platform – now known as the EP Casting Portal – that we use at 4 Star Casting, has sent an email saying that you will need to reset your password and set up two-step authentication moving forward.
Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) will be required for all users accessing the 4 Star Casting EP Casting Portal!
MFA enhances security and reduces the risk of unauthorized access by providing an extra layer of protection.

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See the directions below:

Entertainment Partners, the parent company of the POP platform – now known as the EP Casting Portal – that we use at 4 Star Casting, has sent an email saying that you will need to reset your password and set up two-step authentication moving forward.
Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) will be required for all users accessing the 4 Star Casting EP Casting Portal!
MFA enhances security and reduces the risk of unauthorized access by providing an extra layer of protection.

What You Need to Do:
You must reset your password and set up MFA on your mobile device before logging in to the platform. Step-by-step instructions can be found at https://www.ep.com/mfa/castingportal/
A dedicated support team is standing by to help you 24/7, should you need assistance. Hit the Contact Button and select “Crew, Talent and Background Support.”

If easier, you can visit our website at www.4starcasting.com, then hit the “Log into the EP Casting Portal” tab. If you hover over the tab, there is also a “MFA Instruction Page” to assist. The easiest method is downloading the suggested APP PingID to your phone.
If interested and available, and have your EP Casting Portal Profile complete, please send an email to extras4saturnreturn@gmail.com with the following:
1) Subject Line: See subject above
2) In the submission email include: name, age range, height, weight, and measurements (Suit Jacket, Neck/Sleeve, Pants – Waist/length and shoe size) city and zip, phone, email.
3) Attach a headshot and/or candid photo AND a full body in JPEG format. Make sure the photo is taken in decent lighting (no selfies), no sunglasses. Show us your style but make sure we can see your face!
4) We also need a picture of both hands, palms up and palm down
*NOTE: Rename the title of your photos with your Full Name. You should do this with all your submission photos.

The director specifically wants to see photos of your current look; therefore, do not submit headshots that are 3 years old. We would rather have a current shot against a neutral background than a headshot that does not represent your current look. The lighting should reflect your actual skin tone.
5) Please confirm your mode of transportation, i.e. Uber, Bus, Own Vehicle, etc.
6) Confirm you have open availability for the filming dates and the flexibility to change your schedule if the filming schedule shifts.
7) Let us know if you have been a stand-in before, and give us a brief explanation of your time as a stand-in. If you have not been a stand-in before, please give us a brief explanation of your time on set.

To be considered, you must register with us at www.4starcasting.com. 

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