Extra, extra: Christmas movie is looking for Asheville cast members

According to talent agency The Casting Office, the movie will will take place at “an Estate” for two weeks in January 2023.

Christmas trees at Biltmore

Could Biltmore Estate be the filming location?

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Lights, camera, Christmas. The first two weeks of January, Santa Hollywood is comin’ to town to film a new “TV Christmas movie,” according to Southeast-based company The Casting Office.

While most details about the film remain undisclosed, we do know that a casting call has been issued for background performers and that filming will take place at a certain “Estate.”

Feeling like you could make an extra special addition? Here’s how to throw your hat in the ring.

  • Read this full information sheet to make sure it’s the right opportunity for you.
  • Find (or take) two current and unedited photos: one close-up and a full-length body shot. Both should be against a plain white, neutral wall.
  • Fill out this background form: https://thecastingofficeinc.com/welcome#fec2d262-cd2f-4675-99b8-fc31c0267cc3:~:text=BACKGROUND%20PERFORMER%20TALENT
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