THE ROCKFORD FILES

NOW CASTING: PARK AND POLICE STATION BACKGROUND ACTORS

NBC Pilot – The Rockford Files
Exterior Park and Police Precinct Scenes | Filming in Atlanta, GA
 

Hylton Casting is seeking background actors to work in exterior park and police precinct scenes for the NBC pilot The Rockford Files. Filming will take place in Atlanta, GA on Monday, 3/23/26. All background actors will work in multiple scenes and play multiple roles including – Park Goers, Police Officers, Detectives, Pedestrians, Joggers, etc.

Important: We are specifically seeking fresh faces who have not yet worked on this production.

PROJECT DETAILS

  • Project: The Rockford Files (Pilot)
  • Network: NBC
  • Director: Greg Mottola
  • Producers: Mike Daniels, Carl Beverly, Chris Leanza
  • Industry Press Coverage: View the official Deadline announcement here: https://deadline.com/2026/02/david-boreanaz-rockford-files-reboot-pilot-1236717591/
  • Logline: Based on the 1974–1980 series, The Rockford Files follows a wrongfully convicted, laid-back ex-con who works as a private investigator solving “cold” cases from his Malibu trailer while carefully avoiding violence and entanglements with the LAPD.

BACKGROUND ROLES

PARK GOERS

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+
  • Background actors will work in multiple scenes and play multiple roles including – Park Goers, Pedestrians, Joggers, etc.

PEDESTRIANS WITH CARS

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+
  • Must have a valid license and must be comfortable driving in the scene, taking direction from the Director and AD team.
  • Vehicles: Sedans, SUVs, or other “nice cars” (modern, well-maintained). Talent will be driving their own vehicle in these scenes. No white or red cars permitted.

LAW ENFORCEMENT (POLICE / DETECTIVES)

  • All genders, all ethnicities, ages 18+
  • Seeking performers to portray law enforcement officers in police precinct scenes.
  • Athletic to muscular builds. Clean-cut, disciplined appearance
  • Facial Hair Notes (Men):
    • Must be clean shaven
    • Mustaches allowed
    • NO other facial hair
  • Note: All background actors will play multiple roles on this date. If you are selected for the Law Enforcement role, you will also work as Pedestrians in the park scenes.

FILMING DATE

Monday, 3/23/26
  • Must be available for a 12 hour filming day or longer on set.
  • Call time will not be provided until the day before the filming date. Please do not submit if you do not have open availability for the filming date listed above.

FILMING LOCATION

  • Atlanta, GA

RATE (IF HIRED)

  • Background Rate: $12.50/hour ($100 guaranteed for 8 hours. Overtime paid after 8 hours at time and a half.)
  • Car Bump: Additional $30 if booked with your vehicle (no white or red cars)
  • Bike Bump: Additional $20 if booked with your bicycle.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, please submit the following photos.

Photo Guidelines:
• All photos must be taken today (or at the time of submission).
• Use a camera phone in good natural lighting against a solid wall (white or neutral background preferred).
• Photos should look professional, clear, and well-framed.
• No filters, hats, sunglasses, or heavy makeup.

Photos required:

  • Recent Selfie Headshot (clearly showing your face)
  • Recent Full-Body Selfie (facing camera, head to toe)
  • CLICK HERE and CLICK HERE for photo examples.

SELECTION PROCESS

  • If you are selected after submitting your photos, Hylton Casting will contact you with all additional filming details for this role.
  • We look forward to receiving your submissions!
The Rockford Files Pilot - 3/23 Park Background
I would like to be considered for the following role / roles:
I am available for the following filming date:
All individuals hired must complete Form I-9 and provide valid, unexpired I-9 acceptable documents in order to work on this production. Please visit https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/acceptable-documents for Employment Eligibility Verification information.
I confirm that I am age 18 or older.
Example - 5'4
lbs
Example - 100
Example - 40
lbs
Example - 34B
Example - 16.5 / 34
Example - M
Example - L
Men (waist x inseam) - Ex. 36x32, Women (actual pants size) - Ex. 8
Example - 34
Example - 32
Example - 4, 10-12
Example - 4, 10-12
Example - 42R
Example - 8
Example - 12
Would you be open to altering your facial hair?
Do you have any visible tattoos?
Do you have any visible piercings?
Do you have a car, truck, or SUV that can be used in these scenes as a picture car if requested?
Are you comfortable driving your car on camera in these scenes, taking basic driving directions from the AD team?
Are you interested in being considered for a Bicyclist role? If selected, do you own your own bicycle, or would you be comfortable riding a bicycle provided by the Props Department?
Do you own a stroller that you could bring for use as a prop in these scenes?
Have you previously worked as a background actor on this production or are you currently booked to work any upcoming dates?

Maximum file size: 516MB

Clear, unedited selfie in natural light against a plain wall. No filters, hats, sunglasses, or heavy makeup.

Maximum file size: 516MB

Facing camera, simple background.

Maximum file size: 516MB

Maximum file size: 516MB

Submitting this form places me under consideration only and does not guarantee booking. If booked, I agree to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of this production, including refraining from posting on social media, sharing details, or taking photos/videos on set or in holding. Violations may result in removal from set. I understand that Hylton Casting, LLC and the production reserve the right to modify or cancel bookings at any time, including last-minute changes, without compensation if I am not signed in on set. I acknowledge that confirmations are subject to production needs and overbooking may occur. I understand that performers signed in on set are paid directly by the production company and not employed by Hylton Casting. Hylton Casting and the production are not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
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