Extras & Picture Car Casting: FX’s “The Bear” Season 5 in Chicago

FX’s hit dramedy “The Bear” is gearing up for Season 5, and production is back in Chicago looking for locals to help bring the world of Carmy & crew to life.

While background roles for people are being handled by 4 Star Casting, there is a special picture car casting currently open for Chicago-based vehicle owners.

If you’re in Chicago and own one of the specific cars listed below, your vehicle could land a featured spot on the show—and you’ll be paid for it.

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🍽️ About The Bear

The Bear follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a talented fine-dining chef who returns home to Chicago to take over his late brother’s struggling sandwich shop. As he tries to turn the chaotic kitchen into a top-tier establishment, Carmy faces:

🍽️ Intense pressure in and out of the kitchen
🧠 Personal demons and unresolved grief
🧑‍🍳 The challenges of leadership, family dynamics, and ambition

The series blends anxiety, humor, and heart, offering a raw and emotional look at restaurant life and the people who pour themselves into it.

🎬 General Extras Info (Background Actors)

📺 Project: FX’s The Bear – Season 5
🎭 Type: Paid background / extras
📍 Location: Chicago, IL (locals only – no travel covered)
🎂 Age: 18+
💵 Rate: $129.60 for 8 hours (standard background day)

This specific breakdown focuses on picture car casting, but all extras and vehicles must be Chicago locals.

🚙 Picture Car Casting – The Bear (Chicago Locals Only)

Production is currently seeking specific vehicles for upcoming shoot dates. These are paid picture car roles, not driving hero stunts—your car will be used on camera to help build the world of the show.

1️⃣ Porsche Cayenne (Black)

🚗 Vehicle: Porsche Cayenne, model years 2017–2025
🎨 Color: Black
🗓️ Working Window: Some TBD dates between 12/8 – 2/29
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
💵 Rate: $750 per film date

📩 How to Submit (Porsche Cayenne):

Email exterior and interior photos of your vehicle to:
👉 ryguy0222@gmail.com

2️⃣ Chevy Malibu (Champagne / Beige)

🚗 Vehicle: Chevy Malibu, model years 2018–2025
🎨 Color: Champagne or beige
🗓️ Working Window: Some TBD dates between 12/8 – 2/29
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
💵 Rate: $500 per film date

📩 How to Submit (Chevy Malibu):

Email exterior and interior photos of your vehicle to:
👉 ryguy0222@gmail.com

✅ Tips for Submitting Your Car

When emailing about your vehicle, make sure your photos:

📷 Are clear and well lit (daytime, no heavy filters)
🚘 Show both exterior and interior, including front, side, and back if possible

You should also include in your email:

🧾 Your name & contact info
🚗 Year, make, model, and color of the car
📍 Confirmation that you are local to Chicago