Savannah Casts Background Roles for Romantic Comedy
Bowe Casting is recruiting local background performers for the film "Sorry About My Friends," which began shooting in Savannah's Lafayette Square.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Sex Life
Filming of the romantic comedy "Sorry About My Friends" began Monday in Savannah's Lafayette Square, with Adam Devine and Nina Dobrev shooting scenes. Bowe Casting is seeking background performers for the production, with filming scheduled from Nov. 9 through Dec. 9.
Why it matters
The production offers local residents paid background work and shows Savannah serving as a filming location for a studio-style comedy. Background roles are open to applicants with no prior experience, but travel and lodging are not provided.
The standard background rate is $150 for 12 hours, while specialty roles range from $200 to $800 for the same period. Role dates vary and are subject to change, and additional listings are expected.
The players
Adam Devine
Adam Devine is an American actor and comedian known for his role on the sitcom "Workaholics" and for comedy films including "Pitch Perfect."
Nina Dobrev
Nina Dobrev is a Canadian actress best known for starring in the television series "The Vampire Diaries" and the film "Love Hard."
Bowe Casting
Bowe Casting is a casting agency that manages background talent bookings for film and television productions in Savannah.
The details
Bowe Casting is listing background roles including restaurant patrons, nightclub and house party guests, drag brunch attendees, and wedding guests, with age requirements for each role. Interested performers can create a free profile and select "I Want to Work" on the Savannah listing, and booked performers must accept the booking when notified.
Timeline
Nov. 9: Filming begins in Savannah with restaurant, server, and children's birthday party listings.
Nov. 10: Nightclub and bartender listings are scheduled.
Nov. 11: Strip club, male exotic dancer, and drag brunch scene listings are scheduled.
Nov. 12: Riverboat party, police, and ice cream shop listings are scheduled.
Nov. 13: Wedding bride, groom, and guest listings are scheduled.
Market Landscape
Savannah has hosted major productions since "Forrest Gump" was filmed there in 1994, and this comedy extends that pattern of using the city's historic squares for studio-backed features. The production is described as in the vein of "Bridesmaids" and "The Hangover," placing it in the R-rated studio comedy category.
Savannah residents who create a free profile on the Bowe Casting platform can apply for background roles paying $150 for 12 hours, with specialty roles paying up to $800. Travel and lodging are not provided, so applicants must be local to Savannah.
The takeaway
Background casting offers Savannah residents a flexible, paid way to take part in film production without prior experience, but applicants should confirm dates and availability before accepting a booking. Specialty roles pay significantly more than standard background work.
What happens next
Filming is scheduled to run from Nov. 9 through Dec. 9, and additional background roles are expected to be posted.
Further reading
For more on the relationship and dating trends behind romantic comedies like this one, see Sex Life coverage.
More information
Create a free profile and apply for listings through the Bowe Casting talent signup.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC 22 - WJCL Savannah.
