Want to Be an Extra in ‘The Binge 2’? Filming Begins Soon in Upstate New York

How do you spend your free time? If you are like millions of other New Yorkers you watch hours of television shows and movies on Netflix, HBO and Paramount +, to name a few. Now, imagine seeing yourself on the silver screen. That opportunity presents itself this week!

On Wednesday January 5th there will be an open casting call for the hulu comedy 'The Binge 2: It's A Wonderful Binge' as well as several other productions in Central New York.

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According to Deadline, 'The Binge 2: It's A Wonderful Binge' is the Christmas sequel to the 2020 comedy 'The Binge' starring Vince Vaughn, Skyler Gisondo, Eduardo Franco and Dexter Darden. AND casting is looking for YOU or anyone 18 years of age or older, who would like to a background extra on the set of this feature film and other productions in Central New York.

AND casting has placed thousands of background extras on sets and in commercials. whether you are a professional actor or not. If you are interested, fill out this Artist Application to start the process of becoming a background artist. Here are a few things to keep in mind for this casting call:

• 18 or older
• Must show proof of vaccination
• Must have access to email
• Must have your own cell phone

Syracuse.com reports that “The Binge” was the biggest movie ever shot in Syracuse with over 2,000 extras! Scenes were shot at American High studios in Liverpool, New York, Onondaga Lake Parkway and Carnegie Library. With the go-ahead to start production on the sequel this will be a return to Central New York and could be your big break.