PROJECT DETAILS

Poor Boy With Heart Problems Becomes Next Ronaldo

Television Series

Non Union

Los Angeles

San Diego

Synopsis:

Jalen is a poor dishwasher with incredible soccer skills. After earning a prestigious academy scholarship, he battles wealthy bullies and a life-threatening heart condition. Following a crucial surgery, Jalen dominates the pitch to secure a pro contract and change his family's life forever! 🎬🎥 Act in stories that matter — and get seen everywhere. Dhar Mann Studios garners over 1 billion views each month, giving talent worldwide exposure!

Roles For This Project

Television Series

Pawn Shop Owner

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Man Los Angeles 40 - 49 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Assesses and buys Marta's old items for cash during the montage. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Westbridge Players 1-2

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Man Los Angeles 16 - 18 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Teammates and peers of Jalen, Beckett, and Miles. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. **18 To Play Younger // Must submit soccer demo!

VIEW
Television Series

Academy Students 1-2

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Man, Woman Los Angeles 16 - 18 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Wealthy, privileged Westbridge students who are present in the classroom. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Opposing Player 4

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Man Los Angeles 18 - 20 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Skilled soccer players on the opposing team. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Waitress

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Woman Los Angeles 50 - 59 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Careless and nonchalant co-worker who accidentally splashes Jalen with dirty dishwater. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Eastbridge Fc Scout

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Man Los Angeles 40 - 59 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

A composed, professional scout who monitors Jalen's performance and signs both Jalen and Beckett. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Westbridge Player 3-4

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Man Los Angeles 16 - 18 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Teammates of Jalen and peers at the Academy who participate in training and scrimmages. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. **18 To Play Younger // Must submit soccer demo.

VIEW
Television Series

Car Salesman

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Man Los Angeles 50 - 59 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

The salesman who purchases Marta’s car for cash during the montage. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Raf

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Man Los Angeles 40 - 49 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Jalen's father with a subtle rural/Appalachian accent. A deeply troubled handyman who is mentally and emotionally checked out, struggling with alcoholism. He finds redemption and pride in his son’s success in the final scene. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. *Subtle Rural/Appalachian Accent

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Television Series

Marta

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Woman Los Angeles 40 - 49 Non Union Television Series

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Jalen's mother with a subtle rural/Appalachian accent. She is hardworking, stressed, and exhausted from working multiple jobs (dry cleaner, janitor) but maintains a fiercely supportive and positive facade for her son. She makes major personal sacrifices for Jalen's future. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. *S... [See More]

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Project Notes

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race and ethnicity, age, color, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law unless otherwise specifically indicated. The persons and events depicted in this casting breakdown are fictitious. Any similarity to actual persons or events is unintentional.

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More Roles For This Project

Television Series

Pawn Shop Owner

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Assesses and buys Marta's old items for cash during the montage. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Westbridge Players 1-2

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Teammates and peers of Jalen, Beckett, and Miles. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. **18 To Play Younger // Must submit soccer demo!

VIEW
Television Series

Academy Students 1-2

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Wealthy, privileged Westbridge students who are present in the classroom. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Opposing Player 4

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Skilled soccer players on the opposing team. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Waitress

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Careless and nonchalant co-worker who accidentally splashes Jalen with dirty dishwater. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Eastbridge Fc Scout

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

A composed, professional scout who monitors Jalen's performance and signs both Jalen and Beckett. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Westbridge Player 3-4

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Teammates of Jalen and peers at the Academy who participate in training and scrimmages. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. **18 To Play Younger // Must submit soccer demo.

VIEW
Television Series

Car Salesman

$21 an hour; guarant...

Role Rate:
$21 an hour; guaranteed daily min of $84
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

The salesman who purchases Marta’s car for cash during the montage. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE.

VIEW
Television Series

Raf

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Jalen's father with a subtle rural/Appalachian accent. A deeply troubled handyman who is mentally and emotionally checked out, struggling with alcoholism. He finds redemption and pride in his son’s success in the final scene. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. *Subtle Rural/Appalachian Accent

VIEW
Television Series

Marta

$33/ hour Min of $13...

Role Rate:
$33/ hour Min of $132 a day
Los Angeles Non Union

Submissions Due: 05/06/2026

Jalen's mother with a subtle rural/Appalachian accent. She is hardworking, stressed, and exhausted from working multiple jobs (dry cleaner, janitor) but maintains a fiercely supportive and positive facade for her son. She makes major personal sacrifices for Jalen's future. MUST BE LA LOCAL HIRE. *S... [See More]

VIEW