Television Series Discretion Begins Filming in Dallas
The upcoming Paramount+ series starring Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning moves production to Texas.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Television
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The eight-episode drama series Discretion, based on a short story by Chandler Baker, has officially begun filming in Dallas. The production is currently conducting local casting calls for extras before moving to West Texas later this month.
Why it matters
The production brings significant industry activity to Dallas as part of a multi-state shoot including New Jersey and New York. This filming schedule represents the latest phase for the project since its initial announcement in October 2025.
The eight-episode series features daily pay rates of $110 for standard extras, $200 for firemen extras, and $250 for photo doubles. Production is slated to conclude its local Dallas filming before shifting to Midland County.
The players
Nicole Kidman
She is an Academy Award-winning actress who stars in the series as a lawyer.
Elle Fanning
She is a critically acclaimed performer who stars alongside Kidman as a lawyer.
Legacy Casting
This organization is responsible for managing the local recruitment of extras and talent for the production.
Chandler Baker
She is the author of the short story that serves as the source material for the television adaptation.
The details
Legacy Casting is currently managing the recruitment of local extras to appear alongside leads Nicole Kidman and Elle Fanning. The series, which utilizes the working title The Summers, is filming across multiple locations including New Jersey, New York, and Texas.
Timeline
October 2025: Series Discretion announced.
Mid-August 2026: Filming began in New Jersey.
October 19, 2026: Casting calls held for college students and professors.
Week of October 19, 2026: Filming occurs in Dallas.
October 27, 2026: Driving scenes film in Midland County.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows the established trend of major streaming series rotating filming locations across states to leverage diverse regional settings. This strategy reflects broader industry efforts to manage production logistics while maintaining the scale required for high-budget streaming content.
Local residents in Dallas may have the opportunity to participate in the production through casting calls for extras, with daily pay rates set for various roles. The series is scheduled to be available for streaming exclusively on Paramount+ in 2027.
The takeaway
The arrival of high-profile productions in local cities provides residents with unique opportunities to engage with the entertainment industry as extras. Interested individuals should monitor official casting notices to verify specific requirements and scheduling for upcoming scenes.
Further reading
For more updates on local entertainment projects, visit the Television section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Durham Herald Sun.
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