Any gender, 30s - 40s, any ethnicity. Captain Warren is a decorated astronaut who has served at NASA over the years as a loyal and brave worker. They are an icon at NASA Headquarters and everyone wants Warren to succeed. Once they fell in love with Mina, their priorities changed and it’s just as important to get home safe as it is to serve their country.

Any gender, 30 - 40 yrs old, any ethnicity. Mina is a smart and caring individual who works at NASA as a scientist. While working, they fell in love with Captain Warren as they saw the captain's bravery and purpose inspirational. More than anyone, Mina wants Warren to return home safely.

Any gender, 40s - 50s, any ethnicity. Mission Director is a experienced leader who has compassion and care for those who work under them. They are authoritative and commanding, running a tight ship and want to ensure the full success of every mission.

A recently fired teacher in his twenties scrambling for his next opportunity. Once capable and motivated, he’s now grown complacent, relying on charm, quick thinking, and dishonesty to avoid real responsibility. Derick is slobbish, lazy, self-centred, and afraid of accountability, but also still endearing and deeply human. The role requires an actor who can balance fast comedic timing with vulnerability and insecurity, keeping the character relatable even at his worst.

An intelligent, driven, slightly germophobic woman in her twenties who is looking to advance her teaching career. After months of compensating for her ex’s lack of follow-through in their relationship, Natalie has learned to set the bar high for herself and others. Though outwardly controlled and perfectionistic, she is actually deeply supportive and caring. Should project competence without coldness; someone who commands respect naturally and is emotionally grounded.

A well-meaning but tired private school principal in his sixties who has conducted far too many interviews to truly care anymore. Rather than valuing hard work in candidates, Mr. Burrows is keener on presentation, etiquette, and corporate buzzwords. He serves as a steady, grounded presence whose subtle reactions heighten the comedy. The role suits an actor with a gentle authority and the ability to convey earnest, if not oblivious energy.

Clara is a strong-willed, honest young woman who finds herself navigating the disappearance of her best friend and older sister. When Clara wakes up in a field alone, and odd things begin occurring, she must make sense of her reality...or what she perceives as reality.

Michelle is a mother haunted by grief after her oldest daughter disappeared. She is terrified of losing her youngest daughter and son. Separation and resentment begin building as she takes on an overbearing parental role in her children's lives.

Adrian is an immature teenage boy who has a big heart and tries his best to keep the peace between his sister Clara and his mother. He silently struggles to manage his trauma after his sister mysteriously disappeared.

STEVEN is an unhoused man built by years of instability and isolation. Guarded and distrustful of others, he longs for safety, comfort, and a brief escape from life. Role requires the actor to shave facial hair midway through the course of filming. This role is entirely non-verbal and performance-driven. Accents or English fluency will not affect casting. Those applying for the role of Steven can also be considered for the role of "Screaming Man."

RALPH is a newly unhoused man he's messy, reckless, impulsive, and chaotic. Ralph moves through the world with confidence rather than caution, he relies on his charm and the kindness of strangers to survive.

SCREAMING MAN briefly appears in a flashback, terrorizing Steven. Aggressive and unpredictable, he has built this threat and instability that Steven associates with his life on the streets.

The Final Girl. Sarah is outwardly shy but internally resilient and assertive. She started dating Jake when he approached her at a book club event and was incredibly comforting and adjusted to whatever she needed. However, Sarah has noticed Jake seeming more and more agitated the closer we got to the party. When Jake ignores her at the party (where she doesn’t know anyone), she knows her worth and decides to leave. When backed into a corner she will use her quick thinking to find a way out, even if she has to fight.

The Jock Boyfriend. Jake used to be known as a player before he got weirdly religious, but that’s what led him to become devoted to Sarah. Unfortunately that religion is Satanism and he has also devoted Sarah to the Anti-christ. He drugged the punch to cause the rest of the party guests to pass out so that his cult could finally summon their unholy lord. Jake is calm, cold, and collected. He knows what he must do to summon his unholy lord and he is prepared to do whatever it takes. He knows the path of least resistance is to charm his victims into drinking the spiked punch.

Jake’s Bestie & Designated Demonologist Steven is the host of the party and is Jake’s right hand man. Through Jake, he has become a devoted member of Satanism and knows all of the spells, sacrifices, and rules. Steven tolerates Sarah even though she has taken up more of Jake’s time. Steven is much more reckless than Jake. He is down to have a good time and is mostly attracted to the mischievous/delinquent nature of the cult.

MOM Ethnicity: Iranian. Language: Must be fluent in Farsi. Description: An Iranian immigrant and single mother working as a janitor. She is a woman of quiet strength and sacrifice, meticulous in her work and devoted to her daughter. Note: Dialogue is almost entirely in Farsi, with one final line delivered in English.

DAUGHTER Ethnicity: Iranian. Language: Fluent in Farsi and English. Description: Observant and loyal. She lives in a poor neighborhood but finds joy in small things, like her pink backpack or the hope of a new birthday jacket. Note: This role requires an actor who can balance youthful excitement with a grounded, protective maturity.

CASHIER #2 Ethnicity: Any (But not Iranian) Description: The store’s floor lead or security-conscious employee. She is direct, firm, and professional. She is the one who notices the discrepancy and confronts Mom, demanding to see her ID and check her bag. She isn't a villain, but she represents the cold reality of the "rules" that Mom has broken.

WOMAN (Immigrant Couple) Ethnicity: Open Description: An immigrant who speaks English with a heavy accent. She is seen trying on a matching hat and scarf, struggling with the excitement of choice. Her character represents a lighter, more joyful side of the immigrant experience, where she is able to indulge in the "luxury" of choosing both items without the weight of financial fear. Note: This is a minimal-dialogue role that relies heavily on expressive physical acting and the ability to project joy and indecision.

MAN (Immigrant Couple) Ethnicity: Open. Description: An immigrant who speaks English with a heavy accent. He is supportive, patient, and affectionate. Watching his partner try on clothes with a smile, he represents the "provider" who has found enough stability to encourage his loved one to "take both" items. He is a foil to the Mom, highlighting the gap between those who are struggling and those who have found their footing. Note: Requires a warm, grounded screen presence.