Week of April 13, 2026

After waking up from a failed experimental lifesaving procedure in which he was cryogenically frozen for 42.6 years, a young man realizes he wants his ex-girlfriend back. He'll have to overcome the fact that while he hasn't aged a day, she's lived an entire life without him. This comedy series is scheduled to start filming May 26, 2026 in Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey and New York, United States.

Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream produced by Resident Dilettante Theatre at St. John's in the Village. The production will run from July 9-25, 2026 in New York City with rehearsals from June 8 - July 6, 2026. Directed by Montgomery Sutton with Sam Besca as Associate Director and Casting Director. Network/Studio: Resident Dilettante Theatre / St. John's in the Village (Off-Off-Broadway) Genres: Comedy, Classical Theater, Shakespeare, Fantasy, Romance

After dying to escape a forced marriage, Elena awakens two years earlier and chooses life with her mother on a humble ranch. There, her three stepbrothers—secret heirs hiding behind a "poor farmer" facade—protect her, help her rise, and destroy the abusive family that betrayed her. The production is shooting May 2-11, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Produced by Max Huang and directed by Stephen Law, with screenplay by Goodshort. Genres: Drama, Romance, Revenge, Fantasy

Behind Closed Gloves is a character-driven sports drama and psychological thriller set at the intersection of fame, identity, and public perception. The story follows Shay Pace, a rising boxing champion on the verge of becoming undisputed, whose life unravels when her girlfriend, influencer Lacey Moss, accuses her of domestic violence. As the case explodes across social media and the press, Shay loses endorsements, public support, and control over her narrative. What unfolds is not just a legal battle, but a war of perception. With conflicting evidence, media manipulation, and hidden motives, Shay must fight to prove her innocence while navigating identity politics, fame, and betrayal. The film explores the power of narrative in the digital age, the fragility of reputation, LGBTQ relationships under public scrutiny, and race, visibility, and bias in media and justice. Produced by Behind Closed Gloves Films under SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget. Auditions are April 14-15, 2026, with shooting scheduled for May 11-19, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. Genres: Drama, Sports Drama, Psychological Thriller, LGBTQ+

Blue Jacket is a young adult coming-of-age dramatic feature from First Fruits Entertainment, a faith-based production company. The film looks at gritty real life issues young people face, exploring the consequences of decisions and their impact to those around them. The story drops you into a single day in the life of two students, following alternate paths that criss-cross and impact the lives of those around them as different versions of Aaron and Zoe split off with each choice. The project contains mature themes including underage drinking, cyber-bullying, sexual assault and suicide, with all sensitive material handled responsibly and professionally. Filming takes place in Westchester County, NY and Fairfield County, CT over multiple periods from May 18-30 (2 weeks), June 22-27 (1 week), and July 27-August 8, 2026 (2 weeks). Network/Studio: First Fruits Entertainment (independent)

Four college seniors set out one weekend to investigate a mysteriously abandoned cabin deep in the New Hampshire woods, but they soon discover that whatever malicious force scared off the inhabitants has now turned on them. The feature film is being produced by Parable Productions and will shoot from August 1-14, 2026 in New Hampshire. It is a non-union production directed and written by Antonio Chiorazzi, with producers Antonio Chiorazzi, Johnny Lane, and Kent Rich. Genres: Horror, Thriller

Chrysalis follows Daniel Winn as he reflects on a childhood shaped by displacement, survival, and an unbreakable bond with his grandmother, Ba Noi. Through fragmented memories that move between 1970s Saigon, 1990s America, and the present day, Daniel pieces together the emotional truth of his past. The film involves a voiceover performance paired with a fully AI-generated digital avatar, with the performer's voice used as the primary vocal performance for the character. The production is scheduled for a shoot date of Friday, April 10, 2026, in Los Angeles. Genres: Drama, Family, Historical, Immigration

Cock, the hit comedy by British playwright Mike Bartlett, is about John, a gay man, who has been in a relationship with his partner for seven years. But when he meets and falls in love with a woman, he is forced to contemplate the boundaries of his identity and decide what he really wants for his future. It is a hilarious and touching look at the difficulties that pop up when you realize you have a choice. The production is being produced by Monster Troupe LLC and will be performed at East Village Basement in Manhattan, NY. The show will have a 12 show run from June 16th to June 28th, 2026.

A Dallas-set legal thriller, based in part on Chandler Baker's experiences as a corporate attorney. The thriller series is in active development for Paramount+ with production scheduled to begin in June 2026.

A social media influencer goes to the Bahamas alone on a quest to find the British secret agent James Bond, she never returns home and her BFF/Promoter asks a retired Cop/Detective to help solve the mystery by looking at her postings. Filming takes place in Beverly Hills, CA with a shoot date of April 21, 2026. Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Based on a true story from 1965 to the early 1970s in Waterloo, Iowa. GABLE is the gripping true story of legendary Olympic gold medalist and wrestling icon, Dan Gable. In the shadow of a family tragedy, a small-town Iowa wrestler transforms his pain into purpose — rising to Olympic glory and becoming one of the greatest combat sports athletes the world has ever seen. A powerful true story of sacrifice, resilience, and legacy. Filming starts late April for 6 weeks in 2026, with location to be determined between St. Louis or Atlanta. Genres: Drama, Biopic, Sports, Historical

A period adventure film set in 1850s San Francisco during the booming, violent times of the Gold Rush. The story of a canny widow and the girl she transports from China, who together overcome innate distrust to form a bond while running a marriage con on unsuspecting men. Scheduled to film from May 18, 2026 to July 23, 2026 in Folsom, Sacramento County, California. Produced by Stephen Cornwell, Simon Cornwell, Ang Lee, Anthony Bregman, Gregory Goodman, and Peter Cron through Likely Story and The Ink Factory.

The 1950s high school dream is about to explode in this rollicking musical that is both an homage to the idealism of the fifties and a satire of high schoolers' age-old desire to be rebellious, provocative and rebellious. At the heart of the story is the romance between hot-rodding gangster Danny Zuko and the sweet new girl in town, Sandy Dumbrowski. They had a secret romance in summer, but now back in the context of school, peer-pressure and cliques make their love a bit more complicated. The production will be performed at Mountain View Mausoleum in Altadena, CA. Performances run Thursday - Sunday, August 6-16th, 2026. Produced by Altadena Music Theatre with Artistic Director Sarah Azcarate and Director Oliver Azcarate.

Television series scheduled to begin production in July 2026, filming in New York, United States. Produced by 3 Arts Entertainment and distributed by Apple Studios LLC for Apple TV+.

Myron Bolitar is a former basketball star turned sports agent and private investigator who uses his brains, instincts, and loyal circle to protect clients and uncover dangerous secrets. Alongside his wealthy and deadly best friend Win, he navigates high-stakes mysteries with wit, heart, and a strong sense of justice. The Netflix mystery/thriller series is scheduled to begin filming in July 2026 in New York and New Jersey. David E. Kelley Productions is producing the series.

A comedy feature film about a girl who hires a fake family to convince her dad that she is getting married. The film is being produced, directed, and written by Mehran Mirzaee. Production is scheduled to shoot on April 17, 2026 in Sherman Oaks, CA. Genres: Comedy, Romantic Comedy

A motion picture scheduled to begin filming in April 2026 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah. The project is being produced by Kelly L. King through OBL Film LLC and Incfilms, with Scott Hinckley serving as Production Manager and Brent Geisler as 1st Assistant Director.

Episodic television series with the working title 'Out the Kitchen' featuring 'Tough Officers.' The production is filming in the NYC metro area with tentative shoot dates of April 21-22, 2026. Genres: Drama, Crime, Procedural

Pandemonium is an independent psychological thriller set at a secluded desert retreat where a group of guests arrive seeking personal transformation. Under the guidance of a charismatic host and his devoted staff, the retreat's unconventional methods begin to push the participants beyond their comfort zones, as tensions rise and hidden truths surface. Written and directed by Anton Sigurdsson (Refuge, A Better Place), the film stars Billy Campbell, Rosaline Elbay, Ronnie Gene Blevins, Ana Cruz Kayne, and Daniel K. Isaac. The film will shoot from June 1-28, 2026 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Producers are Erlingur Jack Gudmundsson, Anton Sigurdsson, Diana Hull, and Jason Armstrong. Genres: Psychological Thriller, Drama

A political thriller set in Paradise, a secret bunker housing 25,000 elite survivors of an apocalyptic event. When President Cal Bradford is murdered, his top Secret Service agent, Xavier Collins, must uncover the killer and their motive. Scheduled to start production April 07, 2026 and wrap August 16, 2026 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California. Produced by Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. and Rhode Island Ave. Productions for Hulu.

PLAYMALE is based on the true story of Lou Zivkovich, a former pro football player whose career is cut short by injury. Adrift and out of options, he takes a job as a high school football coach in a conservative desert town, where he's respected by his students but struggling to accept a life smaller than the one he lost. Still hungry for the validation football once gave him, Lou becomes an unlikely Playgirl centerfold and a cultural flashpoint in 1974 America. What begins as a financial decision quickly erupts into a national scandal that threatens his career, marriage, and reputation. The film captures a pivotal moment in American culture when liberalism and backlash collided, and one man found himself naked in the middle of it. The feature film is a SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget production filming June through August in Los Angeles, produced by Heather Turman and Dave Lawrence, and directed by Dave Lawrence.

PRETTY WEEDS is a grounded, character-driven micro budget indie drama about grief, loneliness, and the fragile connections we build to survive. Judy, a socially withdrawn woman in her mid 40s, has spent years attending a pet loss support group, her only consistent source of human connection. When Kate, a charismatic and emotionally guarded artist, unexpectedly joins the group, Judy is drawn into a new friendship that begins to awaken parts of herself long buried. But as their bond deepens, unspoken truths and blurred boundaries begin to surface, forcing both women to confront the ways they cope with loss and what it costs them to avoid it. In the galleries of Fox Loach "Au Fond Kiss" and "Sentimental Value" by Joachim Trier, PRETTY WEEDS explores intimacy, projection, and the quiet unraveling of two women searching for meaning in the aftermath of love and loss. This is a micro budget indie feature film that will have minimal crew, natural lighting, and local to the Ravenswood/Andersonville area locations. The film is about grief, connection, and avoidance. Filming is spread out over 2-3 weeks between May 16th - June 8th 2026, with a half day in November 2026 (TBD). Located in Chicago, IL, USA. Genres: Drama, Indie, Character Study

A cinematic play about narcissism and obsession, inspired by true events. After a successful theatrical run, the play will move to the Hollywood Fringe Festival. The screenplay is also ready. Storyline: A screenwriter falls in love with a charismatic man whose narcissism—and control—begins to threaten not only his career, but also his right to stay in the country.

NCLH Shows & Experiences is seeking talent for the inaugural cast onboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises' newest ship, the luxurious Regent Prestige. Regent Seven Seas Cruises is recognized as one of the world's premier luxury lines with features such as 6-star, all-suite, all-balcony ships. Throughout this inaugural tour contract, the Prestige will visit exciting ports of call in the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas. The production involves rehearsal and training in Tampa, FL from August 26, 2026 through November 8, 2026, with cast traveling to the ship in Italy on November 9, 2026 to begin the install process. The contract includes performances, hosting guest-facing events, singing at cabarets and cocktail hours, facilitating guest embarkation and disembarkation, and safety duties as required. The itinerary takes cast to the Caribbean out of Miami as well as Los Angeles via the Panama Canal. Network/Studio: Regent Seven Seas Cruises / Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) Genres: Musical Theater, Cabaret, Live Entertainment, Cruise Entertainment

As a violent AI turns on the men who mistreated her, a young employee who showed her kindness becomes the only one she won't harm, forcing him to confront what justice really looks like. The film shoots April 22-26, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. Executive Producer and Director Charles Band leads the production, with J.P. Talbot writing the screenplay. Network/Studio: Full Moon Features Genres: Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller

Rock of Ages is a musical theater production being staged at North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, MA. The show features the story of Drew, a rocker working at the legendary Bourbon Room hoping and waiting for his dreams to come true, who finds an instant attraction to Sherrie, a Midwestern girl who encourages him to pursue his dreams. The production is owned/produced by Bill Hanney with Kevin P. Hill serving as both director and producing artistic director. Rehearsals begin July 28, 2026, with previews starting August 12, 2026, opening August 12, 2026, and closing August 23, 2026.

This insightful, contemplative story follows a newly divorced woman on her 60th birthday as she reunites with her past love at an ice cream parlor, and explores what could have been. A character driven touching drama with simmering romance. The film is written, directed, and produced by Columbia University Film MFA candidates. Filming takes place from May 26th - May 28th, 2026 in Wildwood, New Jersey. Network/Studio: Columbia University MFA Film Program Genres: Drama, Romance

Sacred Wasteland is a character-driven road-trip drama in the vein of Into the Wild meets Thelma & Louise, and Manchester by the Sea, following a grieving young boy who runs away with an older woman living in an RV, each carrying their own unresolved loss. The film is being produced by King Productions as a non-union production. Filming is scheduled to take place from June 1 to July 15, 2026 in Kansas City, MO and Seattle, WA. Genres: Drama, Road Trip, Independent

Shrek the Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming fairy-tale adventure about an unlikely hero. When a group of banished fairy-tale creatures suddenly appear in the swamp of the grumpy ogre Shrek, he sets out to confront the ambitious ruler, Lord Farquaad and reclaim his home. In order to do so, Shrek agrees to rescue Princess Fiona, a princess locked away in a tower and guarded by a fearsome dragon. Joined by the endlessly talkative Donkey, Shrek embarks on a journey that quickly becomes more than a simple quest. Along the way, unlikely friendships form and surprising truths are revealed. Filled with comedy, spectacle, and a host of beloved fairy-tale characters, this musical celebration reminds us that real beauty—and real love—comes from embracing who we truly are. Community Theatre Production produced by Morgan-Wixson Theatre, an all-volunteer run community theatre celebrating its 80th season. The production runs from June 27 to July 26, 2026 in Santa Monica, CA. Network/Studio: Morgan-Wixson Theatre (Community Theatre, Santa Monica, CA) Genres: Musical Theater, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Fairy Tale

Rival assassins face off in a Lamaze class, only to bond over impending fatherhood and strike up an unlikely friendship. The Netflix action/comedy series is in active development and will be filming in New Jersey. The project is being produced by Maximum Effort, 21 Laps Entertainment, and distributed by Netflix.

A motion picture in active development, scheduled to begin production in June 2026. The film will shoot in North Carolina and Los Angeles, California. Genres: Comedy

When investigative journalist Kayla Harper and her colleague and boyfriend Isaiah Williams travel to a remote woodland resort to exchange stolen evidence connected to an underground child exploitation ring, Isaiah vanishes without a trace. What first appears to be a missing persons case slowly unravels into something far more insidious. The feature film is produced by Sandip Patel and directed and written by Shravan Tiwari. Filming takes place in Augusta, Georgia from May 4-29, 2026. Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime, Drama

A nationally-syndicated improvised court TV reenactment series that recreates legal disputes. This is an episodic, non-union production filming in Culver City, CA. The show features cases involving business disputes, dental contract disagreements, and other civil matters presented in a court show format. Network/Studio: Syndicated (national syndication; specific network/syndicator not confirmed) Genres: Court Show, Reality, Legal, Reenactment

A live-action reimagining of Tangled, following Rapunzel, a young woman with magical hair who escapes her tower with a charming thief and discovers the world—and herself—for the first time.

A sweeping fictional epic of the millionaire titans of New York City in the 1880s.

Two Italian brothers, Giogio and Armani, are interrupted late at night by a neighborhood robber who introduces himself as an evangelist. Things take a turn in the night when they are visited by a liberal policewoman and later the robber's feisty Latina girlfriend coming over for an anniversary dinner. This is a theater production being staged at The Hobgoblin in Los Angeles, with performances scheduled for one 4-day weekend in September 2026 (Thursday through Sunday). Rehearsals are planned from mid-June through September 2026. Genres: Comedy, Farce, Theater

Based on the 1983 novel by Vladimir Sorokin, The Queue is an absurd, picaresque fable about the lives we lead while waiting for our needs to be met. Set across three hot summer days in an endless line, The Queue follows a young man, Max, and his temporary neighbors, as they attempt to find meaningful connection. The feature film is produced by David Kaplan and directed/written by Sarah Friedland. Production is set to begin in August 2026 in Albany, NY under a SAG-AFTRA Basic Theatrical Agreement. Genres: Comedy, Drama, Absurdist, Fable

Japanese co-production filming a Toronto Unit. To be released on Amazon Prime. This is a Full ACTRA IPA production. Follows the unpredictable actions of Kaieda Shiro in Japan's first nuclear submarine, as he attempts to realize his ideal world. The story makes audience think about true peace amidst the complexities of international relations. Filming will take place in Downtown Toronto with auditions on April 14, 2026 and shooting from April 25-26, 2026. Network/Studio: Amazon Prime Video Japan (Amazon Studios International) Genres: Drama, Thriller, Action, Political, Military

The Tweetations Presents: The Love Nest is a live musical revue, taking audiences on a fantastic voyage celebrating the connection between Black music, nature, and our most glamorous, unusual, and iconic friends: birds. Through playful performances, comedy skits, music and dance, this work brings to life a diverse cast of birds portrayed by fabulously feathered performers, captivating viewers of all ages and drawing them into the songs and expressions of birds. The production is presented by The Tweetations theatre company and will perform at Memorial Park in York, Ontario, Canada with shows running from July 2-5, 2026. Network/Studio: The Tweetations (independent theatre company) Genres: Musical, Revue, Comedy, Family, Live Performance

Set against the backdrop of the roaring 1920s, The Wild Party is a thrilling, provocative, and emotionally explosive musical. The story follows Queenie, a vaudeville performer, and Burns, her indigenous magnetic partner, as they throw a decadent party that spirals into a night of jazz-fueled excess, jealousy, betrayal, and violence. This piece is a dazzling plunge into the dark side of desire, hedonism, and the human need for connection. The production runs at Playhouse on Park in West Hartford, CT from July 10 through August 16, 2026.

A Netflix feature film following Lola, an 8-year-old Afro-Latina girl who was brought up in Spain and currently attends an international school in Italy. She is clever, spirited and mature for her age, with a very close, loving relationship with her mother who has raised her. Lola has a witty sense of humor and an inquisitive mind, and is used to the company of adults. The character must be fluent in Spanish and speak conversational English. Filming is scheduled for May through July 2026 in Europe, produced by Working Title.

In 1975, 20 year old Anthony "Tony" Bourdain (Dominic Sessa), exuberant, wild, self-centered, incapable of telling the truth, heads to Cape Cod to join his girlfriend, NANCY, who wants nothing more than to break up with him. Heartbroken but unbowed, Tony winds up on a magical, unforeseeable and life-altering adventure when the dishwashing job he gets at the low-key but brilliant "Chowder House" in Provincetown proves to be the unlikely impetus for his astonishing career. Shooting on April 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. Produced by Trevor and Tim White of Star Thrower. Network/Studio: Star Thrower Entertainment / Atomic Honey (distributor TBA) Genres: Biographical Drama, Coming-of-Age, Period Drama

An intimate, real-time drama about a married couple facing an unexpected crisis of survival that will define their relationship. The film follows Jeff and Lisa, a married couple facing an unexpected existential crisis of survival that will define their relationship. Jeff is described as a smart, funny, loving writer's soul, but fear has made him guarded, requiring wit, vulnerability, and naturalistic presence. Lisa is from a privileged background, elegant and beautiful, but wears it lightly, loving and supportive, yet frustrated with her husband's pessimism and pregnant for the first time but not showing yet. Produced by Pelorus Productions. Filming will take place September 23-30, 2026 in Kauai, Hawaii, with 1 week in October 2026 in Los Angeles, CA. Genres: Drama, Thriller, Survival

A non-scripted real estate television series focusing on stigmatized properties that are difficult to sell. The series features licensed real estate agents with proven track records in selling problematic homes and helping clients with difficult properties. The show highlights professionals who specialize in homes with stigma attached - including haunted homes, houses with structural issues like sinkholes, unusual features like toilets in kitchens, or properties with challenging locations near industrial facilities. Production takes place where talent lives with no travel required. The series aims to showcase agents who can sell the toughest and most problematic homes around. Produced by Andy McEntee with casting by Paul Head. Genres: Reality, Non-Scripted, Real Estate, Home & Living

An inmate is abducted during a prison riot, strapped with a camera and dropped into a ghetto controlled by white supremacists and homicidal maniacs. He is guided only by a voice through an earpiece and forced to survive his way through the scourge of humanity's underbelly, as they have a blood debt to cash in on themselves. The film includes violence, nudity and mature subject matter. Filming takes place July 6-8 & 11, 2026 in Richmond, BC. Produced by Taylor Sukert with Feral Artisans under UBCP/ACTRA ULB. Genres: Action, Thriller, Exploitation, Grindhouse

Reporting live from Fresno! A California weather girl struggles to deliver forecasts about our climate-stricken planet with unflinching optimism. Beneath her sunshiny veneer lurks something fantastically primal, something that may be the key to saving us all. This blistering dark comedy by Brian Watkins was named one of The New York Times' Best Plays of 2025. This is a Regional Premiere at GableStage Theatre Company in Coral Gables, FL.

After losing his job and marriage, disgraced hedge fund manager Andrew "Coop" Cooper turns to robbing his wealthy neighbors, uncovering dangerous secrets lurking behind their polished facades. The drama series is scheduled to film from May 11, 2026 to October 1, 2026 in New York, United States. The production is being handled by Forward Entertainment with Apple Studios as the distributor.