NBC’s Chicago shows are now filming the 2025/26 season.
Casting Call: Extras Needed for Upcoming Episodes of Chicago P.D. (2025/2026 season)
The hit NBC series Chicago P.D. is gearing up to film new episodes for its 2025/2026 season and is currently seeking extras to fill various non-speaking roles. If you’ve ever wanted to be part of a major TV production, now is your chance to step into the action!
Chicago P.D., known for its intense storylines and gritty portrayal of law enforcement in the Windy City, films on location in Chicago. The series, created by Emmy-winning producer Dick Wolf, known for his work on iconic series such as Law & Order.
The casting team is looking for local talent who are available to work on set soon. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in exploring the world of television production.
Details:
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Roles: Non-speaking extras for various scenes. See below for individual needs.
- Requirements: Must be local to the Chicago area
- Availability: Must have flexible availability for upcoming shoots
Extras Cast Call in Chicago for “Chicago Fire” TV Show
Director Selected (general extras form below this)
Chicago PD – FEATURED BACKGROUND ROLES
To submit, please send an email to cpdbackground@gmail.com and use the specified subject line below. Do not submit with a random/made up subject line.
Make sure to include ALL the following info, in order to be considered:
– FIRST & LAST NAME
– AGE
– HEIGHT & WEIGHT
– CELL PHONE NUMBER
– ZIP CODE (Must live within the Chicagoland area)
– MEASUREMENTS
MALES: Coat/jacket, t-shirt, neck/sleeve length, waist x inseam, shoe
Example: 44R, t-L, 16.5/33, 30×30, 11
FEMALES: Dress/pants, t-Shirt, bra/cup, waist, shoe
Example: 8, t-M, 34B, w30”, 7.5
– VEHICLE
Year, Color, Make & Model
Example: 2020 Silver Toyota Camry
– PHOTOS: Please submit a headshot and a full length photo that reflects your current look/hairstyle. DO NOT APPLY FILTERS. Your photo must be front facing, centered in the frame, have good lighting, and be against a plain background. If you do not follow this format, your submission will not be considered.
– TATTOOS: Please provide photos of ALL tattoos that can be seen in a sleeveless shirt. This includes face/neck, arms, and hands/fingers. If you do not have tattoos, state NO TATTOOS so we don’t have to follow up and ask.
Email: cpdbackground@gmail.com
Subject line: WEATHERED MAN
Role: We are looking for an older man with a weathered appearance, 50s-60s, any ethnicity, to play a featured background actor at a shelter.
Fitting date: Friday 10/3
Filming date: Tuesday 10/7
Pay: $132.80/8 + $25 fitting bump
Email: cpdbackground@gmail.com
Subject line: FEMALE JUNKIE
Role: We are looking for a female, 20s-30s, any ethnicity, to play a featured ‘junkie’ (addict) at a shelter. Please do not send a professional headshot. A selfie without makeup would be best for this particular role.
Fitting date: Friday 10/3
Filming date: Tuesday 10/7
Pay: $132.80/8 + $25 fitting bump
Chicago PD Background Casting Notice.
Chicago PD – General Availability
We’re collecting submissions for Episode 1306 of Chicago PD.
This submission form is for general background roles, which means they’re open to any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18 and older WITHIN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA. You must have graduated from high school and not be attending classes at the time of submission. If we have any roles available for minors, we’ll post for that separately.
General background roles pay $132.80/8. The pay rate is a flat rate for any time worked up to 8 hours (it is not an hourly rate), with time + 1/2 after 8 hours. If we book you with your vehicle to be parked on set, there will be a $35 bump added to your pay. No red or white vehicles, please.Here is the link to the PD general background form: https://forms.gle/rx7G2YqP5FgJtrYG6
You can submit via email if you prefer. Please only submit 1 way / 1 time. You do not need to use the availability form and send an email. Please choose one or the other.
Email: cpdbackground@gmail.com
Subject Line: EPISODE 1306 SUBMISSIONMake sure to include ALL the following info, in order to be considered:
– LEGAL FIRST & LAST NAME (no nicknames or stage names)
– AGE (No age ranges please. Only your actual age)
– HEIGHT & WEIGHT
– CELL PHONE NUMBER
– ZIP CODE (Must live within the Chicagoland area)
– MEASUREMENTS
(MALES: Coat/jacket, t-shirt, neck/sleeve length, waist x inseam, shoe // Example: 44R, t-L, 16.5/33, 30×30, 11)
(FEMALES: Dress/pants, t-shirt, bra/cup, waist, shoe // Example: 8, t-M, 34B, w30”, 7)
– VEHICLE (Year, Color, Make & Model // Example: 2020 Silver Toyota Camry)
– PHOTOS: Please submit a headshot and a full length photo that reflects your current look/hairstyle. DO NOT APPLY FILTERS.
– TATTOOS: Please provide photos of ALL tattoos that can be seen in a short sleeve t-shirt or shorts. This includes face/neck, arms, and hands/fingers. If you do not have tattoos, state NO TATTOOS. **If you submit via the Google form, we will reach out to obtain your tattoo photos prior to booking.
-AVAILABLE DATES: Please list all available dates between Thursday 9/18 and Monday 9/29. We do not film on weekends (M-F only). Call times are usually early in the morning (unless otherwise noted) and filming days typically last 8-12 hours. Do not submit availability for the day if you have any time constraints.