A casting search is now being conducted seeking a younger actor to play the role of a young Prince William in the Netflix series “The Crown“. The Crown is a historical drama television series about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II from her wedding in 1947 to Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, until the early 21st century. The series created and principally written by Peter Morgan and produced by Left Bank Pictures and Sont Pictures Television for Netflix.
The Crown Season 5 will premiere in November 2022 on the streaming platform. The upcoming season is expected to depict Charles and Diana’s divorce and Diana’s death in 1997. Season 6 will likely cover the life of the royal family in the early 2000s, which would allow for the roles of William and Harry to be more prominent. Imelda Stauntonwill play Queen Elizabeth II in Seasons 5 and 6
Filming on the 6th season will commence in September. The casting director is currently seeking a young actor for the following role.
Seeking:
- YOUNG PRINCE WILLIAM – Caucasian, Age 16 to 21. No previous acting experience required. Please see photograph below for Prince William as a reference of look they are searching for.
To apply please send an email that MUST include the following:
- Email subject line should be titled “The Crown Casting Call – William”
- Name, Age, DOB, and at least two current selfies (no hats, sunglasses or filters!)
- Height and Weight stats
- Location and where are you based.
- Parent and Guardian information if submitting for minor child.
- Attach a 30-second short video audition in which you talk about something you love to do. Please start video by citing your full name, age, height and weight. Phone recordings are fine.
The series is looking to fill the role quickly within the next month. This is an international search. Submissions can be emailed to casting@robertsterne.co.uk.
Deadline: August 5, 2022
Source: TV Insider