Can I be an ‘extra’ or day player in a TV Show or Movie being filmed in Hawaii?

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To inquire about current film productions on Oahu, apply as an extra, or find relevant tours, here are the best contacts and resources:

Contact for Current Productions

For up-to-date information on what is being filmed in Hawaii:

  1. Hawaii Film Office: The Hawaii State Film Office tracks production schedules across the islands and offers public information about ongoing projects.
  1. Oahu Film Office: Also provides details on current filming locations and industry contacts.
  1. Hawaii Actors Network (HAN): A community resource for local actors to stay updated on casting calls and film projects.

How to Apply as an Extra

To work as an extra or day player, you can apply through the following casting agencies in Hawaii. Most productions on Oahu look for extras through local casting agencies:

  1. Kauai Talent
  • Known for casting extras for major TV shows like Hawaii Five-0 and Magnum P.I.
  • Website: Kauai Talent
  • Phone: (808) 651-8898
  1. Alessi Hartigan Casting
  1. Sande Alessi Casting Hawaii
  • Known for casting extras in movies and TV shows shot on the islands.
  • Website: Sande Alessi Casting

Tours of Film and TV Locations

These tour companies focus on visiting iconic movie and TV show locations on Oahu:

  1. Kualoa Ranch Movie Tour
  • Visit famous sets from Jurassic Park, Godzilla, 50 First Dates, and Lost.
  • Website: Kualoa Ranch
  • Phone: (808) 237-7321
  1. Hawaii Jeep Tours – Movie Set Adventure
  • Customized tours of movie sites, including Pirates of the Caribbean and Jumanji.
  • Website: Hawaii Jeep Tours
  1. Roberts Hawaii Movie Tour
  • A bus tour visiting locations used in From Here to Eternity and Blue Hawaii.
  • Website: Roberts Hawaii
  1. Hawaii Movie Tours
  • Focuses on classic TV shows and movies filmed in the 1950s, like Gilligan’s Island and Hawaii Five-0.
  • Website: Hawaii Movie Tours

Additional Casting Agencies for Extras

  1. 808 Casting
  • Focuses on extras casting for smaller projects.
  • Website: 808 Casting
  • Phone: (808) 721-8928
  1. Background Hawaii
  • Specializes in casting background actors for local and international productions.
  • Website: Background Hawaii

These resources will help you find opportunities to work as an extra, stay informed about ongoing film productions, and explore iconic movie and TV show locations across Oahu.

My tip, Plan ahead!! Maybe secure a position on a show or film BEFORE coming over to the island to avoid disappointment, the tours are always fun and bring back some great memories of your fave shows!!

Aloha from all of us at LoveWaikiki.com 🎥🎬

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