Many game shows are established and have ongoing casting, while others are set to only air for a limited run and have seemingly fleeting casting calls. This list will be updated regularly with all of the open casting calls, ongoing contestant searches, and special events I can find!
Current Casting Calls
These casting calls are put out for a limited time only, so don't miss your chance!
- Bingo America -- Bingo America is back for season two on GSN. If you'd like to apply to be a contestant on the show, head over to Reality Wanted for all the details. This call ends August 23rd 2008.
- Pop Culture Game Show on MTV -- MTV is looking for people who think they know their pop culture trivia for a live network presentation, which will not actually air. There is pay involved, as well as a meal and a copy of the "show" to take home. If you're interested, apply here before June 27th 2006.
- New Reality Game Show Looking for Divorced Couples -- Casting is for a major network game show, which is looking for recently divorced couples who are still friendly with one another. If this describes you, and you have no children with your ex, you can apply right here, and this casting call ends June 30th 2008.
- American Gladiators -- NBC is now casting for season three of American Gladiators. Think you can take on the tough guys and girls? Head over to NBC.com for all the details.
- Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? -- The new contestant search is on! In addition to regular contestants, they're also looking for people to play in some new theme weeks, such as Famous Names Week, Halloween Week, Three Generations, Wedding Week, and Million Dollar Movie Week (which has actually been done on the show before). Auditions are in New York City, and you can find the application forms at MillionaireTV.com.
- New Dating Show on FUSE -- FUSE TV is producing a new dating-style game show that apparently matches "musicians with those who love them." So, if you're a musician looking for love, or someone looking for love with a musician, here's the casting call for you. Ends July 3rd 2008.
- Don't Forget the Lyrics -- Producers are looking for people who "know the lyrics from the 60’s to today’s hits, have amazing energy, enthusiasm and can sing." You'll have to send your name, contact information, and a photo in jpg format. The listing is at Reality Wanted, and ends August 15th 2008. Scroll down to the bottom of that page to find a few locations for open calls in California as well.
- Opportunity Knocks -- This is the game show coming up on ABC that actually travels to your house and sets up in your front yard. If you want to try to win cash and stuff for your home, you can find all the application information right here, and the deadline is July 16th, 2008. Or go straight to the ABC casting page to apply.
- Hole in the Wall -- It's the Japanese game that's been dubbed "Human Tetris." Players try to fit their bodies through holes in an advancing wall - but it's not as easy as it sounds. Fremantle Media is looking for trios with some kind of theme going on - be it professions, interests, or relatives - or some other interesting dynamic. Teams must be either all male or all female. For more details, check out the casting call notice, which ends July 16th.
- The Gong Show -- Everything old is new again! Comedy Central is bringing back The Gong Show, with comedian Dave Attell as host. The casting call is being posted all over Craigslist, but since we all know how temperamental that site can be, here are the details. Send a link to a video (from YouTube or another video sharing site) of you performing your stunt to comedycentralgongshow@yahoo.com, or call Hedda Muskat for more details at 310-413-2861.
- The Moment of Truth -- The Moment of Truth is now casting in Los Angeles, and they're also looking for males 25-40 nationally. You must be 25-40 years of age, and they're looking for some specific "types" this time 'round - namely "Doctors, Lawyers, Business Owners, Librarians, Twins, Ex-Priests, Real Estate Agents, Teachers, Chefs, Lifeguards, Psychics, and even a small town Mayor."
- Wanna Bet? -- Wanna Bet is coming to ABC this summer, and if you'd like to be a contestant, check out the ABC Casting page. You'll have to send in a video of yourself doing some kind of weird and/or wild trick to be considered.
Open Casting Calls
Open casting calls usually involve long lines and a full day of waiting to meet with producers. You'll generally only have a couple of minutes to make an impression, so put your best face forward!
Trivial Pursuit: America PlaysLocal residents are invited to submit their favorite trivia questions, and if your question is chosen to air on the show, you'll have the chance to join the game as part of "America's Team" and potentially win some cash!
Cleveland
Beachwood Place
26300 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH
Sunday June 29 from 12:30pm to 7:00pm
Chicago
Water Tower Place
835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago
Friday June 27 from 11:00am to 7:00pm
Northbrook Court
2171 Northbrook Court, Northbrook
Saturday June 28 from 10:00am to 6:00pm
Open casting call in Tustin, CA:
The District at Tustin Legacy
Saturday June 28th 10am to 2pm
Jamboree Rd & Barranca Pkwy
Tustin, CA 92782
