Lights, sirens, action! NBC’s hit drama Chicago P.D. is now filming its 2025/2026 season, and casting directors are currently seeking local extras to appear in upcoming episodes.
Created by Emmy Award-winning producer Dick Wolf (Law & Order, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med), Chicago P.D. delivers intense storylines centered around law enforcement in the Windy City. Now, you have the chance to be part of the action — no acting experience required.
If you’re local to Chicago and ready for an exciting on-set opportunity, here’s everything you need to know.
Talent Application
🎬 Production Details
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
🎭 Roles: Non-speaking background extras
👥 Eligibility: Ages 18+ (must have graduated high school & not currently attending classes)
📅 Filming Window: Between Friday, March 6 – Tuesday, March 17 (Weekdays only, no weekends)
⏰ Call times are typically early morning; filming days last 8–12 hours
⚠️ Must live within the Chicagoland area (within 2 hours of Chicago).
💵 Pay Rate
- $132.80 for up to 8 hours (flat rate)
- Time + ½ after 8 hours
- 🚗 $35 vehicle bump (if your car is booked for set use)
- No red or white vehicles, please
📝 How to Submit (Episode 13020)
Casting is collecting submissions for Episode 13020. Featured roles will be posted separately.
✅ Preferred Method: Google Form
Casting strongly encourages applicants to use the official submission form:
🔗 https://forms.gle/1qcUCRsbXLKvKGVN6
If you experience errors:
- Clear cache/cookies (Safari users)
- Try Google Chrome
- Use a laptop instead of a phone
📧 Alternate Submission via Email (Choose ONE Method Only)
Email: cpdbackground@gmail.com
Subject Line: EPISODE 13020 SUBMISSION
Do not submit both via form and email.
📌 Required Submission Information
To be considered, include ALL of the following:
👤 Basic Info
- First & Last Name
- Age
- Height & Weight
- Cell Phone Number
- ZIP Code (must be Chicagoland area)
📏 Measurements
Males:
- Coat/jacket
- T-shirt
- Neck/sleeve
- Waist x inseam
- Shoe
Females:
- Pants
- T-shirt
- Bra/cup
- Waist
- Shoe
🚗 Transportation
- Year, color, make & model of vehicle
(Example: 2020 Silver Toyota Camry) - Or list method of transportation (Uber, etc.)
📸 Photos
- Current headshot or full-length photo
- Reflect current hairstyle
- NO filters
- NO professional headshots
🖊 Tattoos
- Photos of ALL visible tattoos (short sleeve coverage)
- Include face/neck, arms, hands/fingers
- If none, state: NO TATTOOS
📅 Availability
List all available dates between March 6 – March 17 (Weekdays only).
Do not submit dates if you have time restrictions.
🌆 Why Join Chicago P.D. as an Extra?
Working as a background actor on a network television hit allows you to:
- 🎥 Experience a real TV set
- 💼 Earn paid on-set work
- ⭐ Network within Chicago’s film industry
- 🚔 Be part of one of NBC’s most successful franchises
Whether you’re exploring acting or just want a behind-the-scenes experience, this is a fantastic opportunity for locals.

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