Extras Cast Call in Chicago for “Chicago Fire” TV Show

NBC’s hit drama “Chicago Fire” is officially back in production for the 2026 season, and casting directors are now seeking local talent to work as paid background actors in the Chicagoland area 🎬🔥

This is a great opportunity for residents in Chicago, nearby suburbs, and bordering states to Illinois to appear in one of television’s most popular drama series.

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🎭 General Extras Casting

Casting directors are looking for:

✨ Males & Females (All Ethnicities)

Age range: 20s to 60s
Types:
- 🏭 Factory workers
- 💼 Business professionals

📅 Work Date: Thursday, April 9
⚠️ Must also be available: Friday, April 10

📌 Important Notes:

Do NOT apply if you:
- Are working the day of filming
- Have worked recently within the last 2 weeks

🚑 Special Casting: Real Medics

Production is also seeking:

✨ Real Medics (Male & Female, All Ethnicities)
📅 Dates: April 9 & April 10

💡 Perfect for individuals with real-life medical experience looking to appear on screen.

💰 Pay Rate

💵 $200 for 8 hours
⏱️ Time-and-a-half after 8 hours
➕ $25 bump for special abilities

🍽️ Filming days typically last around 12 hours, with meals provided during the shoot.

📩 How to Apply

Send an email to: ExtraCfire@gmail.com

For General Extras:

📌 Subject line: “Thursday, April 9th”

For Real Medics:

📌 Subject line: “Real Medic 4.9, 4.10”

📎 Include the following details:

📸 Recent color photo
📏 Height, weight, age
📞 Phone number
📍 City & state
👕 Full clothing sizes

Men:

Suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe

Women:

Dress, pants, T-shirt, shoe

📌 Also mention the last time you worked on the show (if applicable).

This casting call is ideal for locals who want to gain on-set experience, earn money, and be part of a major TV production filming right in Chicago 🎥✨