-
Diarra From Detroit, the critically acclaimed dark comedy-drama created by, starring, and executive produced by Diarra Kilpatrick, is back for Season 2.
The series premieres with two episodes on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, on Paramount+, with new episodes dropping weekly through September 9.
The show masterfully blends mystery, humor, and raw Detroit energy, following Diarra Brickland as she navigates chaos, community, and personal drama in the Motor City. Season 2 promises even more of that signature grit and heart.
Why This Is the Ultimate Excuse for a Detroit Trip
Detroit’s vibrant food scene perfectly complements the show’s celebration of resilience, culture, migration stories, and reinvention. Pair your binge-watch with a real-world culinary adventure through soul food classics and Afro-Caribbean flavors that echo the series’ themes.
Soul Food Classics with a Detroit Twist
SavannahBlue
1431 Times Square, Detroit
This gem offers contemporary Northern soul food with Southern influences, served in an authentic Detroit style. Think elevated comfort dishes, craft cocktails, and a warm “living room” or dining room atmosphere perfect for unwinding after an episode.Detroit Soul
Multiple locations, including 14300 E. Jefferson Ave.
A staple since 2015, it serves hearty, traditional soul food in a welcoming, community-focused setting. Ideal for family-style meals or brunch buffets that feel like home.Fixins Soul Kitchen (Paradise Valley)
1435 Randolph Street, Detroit
Bright and music-filled, this spot shines with brined fried chicken, oxtails in sweet gravy, smothered chicken, and weekend specials like chicken and waffles. It honors African American culinary heritage while being inclusive and lively.Afro-Caribbean Favorites
YumVillage
6500 Woodward Ave, Detroit (New Center)
Chef-driven bowls and hot meals bursting with bold Afro-Caribbean flavors. Fresh, vibrant, and value-packed — great for re-energizing after diving into Season 2’s twists.Baobab Fare
6568 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Detroit
Founded by Burundian refugees, this award-winning spot is a cultural hub for East African cuisine. “Detroit Ni Nyumbani” (Detroit is Home) captures its welcoming spirit, complete with street food from the Waka truck and flavors that celebrate diaspora and community.These restaurants reflect Detroit’s layered history — Southern roots from the Great Migration meeting Northern innovation, alongside newer waves of African and Caribbean entrepreneurship. Just like the show, the city’s dining scene pulses with creativity and heart.
The Atlanta Connection: Casting Calls and Production
While the story is set in Detroit, much of the production — including Season 2 — films in Atlanta, Georgia, a major hub for television and film. Casting calls for extras, background actors, kids, and more have frequently popped up in Atlanta throughout 2025, with opportunities for roles like gang members and photo shoots.
Possibility of future casting calls in Atlanta? Very high. Atlanta’s established infrastructure, tax incentives, and talent pool make it a go-to location for projects like this. With the show renewed and gaining buzz, expect more calls via local casting agencies (such as Hylton Casting) for Season 3 or beyond — especially for diverse roles reflecting the series’ authentic vibe. Aspiring actors should monitor sites like Backstage, The Southern Casting Call, or project-specific announcements. Local hires are often prioritized, giving Atlanta-area talent a strong edge.
Plan Your Trip (or Audition)
Whether you’re a fan heading to Detroit to walk the streets where Diarra’s story unfolds or an aspiring extra eyeing Atlanta opportunities, Season 2 offers the perfect catalyst. Book that Motor City getaway, stream the episodes, and savor the flavors that make Detroit special.
Pro tip: Check restaurant hours and reservations (weekends fill up fast). For casting, follow Atlanta production updates and prepare headshots and availability.
What up doe? Season 2 is here — the table (and the set) is set. Stream it, taste it, and maybe even get cast in the next chapter. Enjoy!
Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
Read More From AtlantaFi.com:
-
Ever wanted to appear on one of the most iconic shows on television? Now’s your chance. Dynasty, the CW’s newly rebooted TV show is looking for actors and extras in Atlanta.
If you want anything about Dynasty, you know that is was one of the most popular shows in the 1980s. Looking to get hired on set? Read on.
Dynasty Casting Call: Audition Details
The show stars Grant Show as Blake Carrington, Nathalie Kelley as Cristal Flores, Elizabeth Gillies as Blake’s daughter Fallon, and James Mackay as his son Steven. The show premiered in October 2017 and has been a hit for the CW.
Producers are looking for the descriptions for a male dancer first, then we’ll get into needs for a bartender below:
***NOW CASTING REAL BELLY DANCERS***Show: DynastyDate: Friday 1/7 (COVID Test), Saturday 1/8 (COVID Test), Monday 1/10 (FilmingRate: Hire TBDLocation: NorcrossCovid Testing: You must clear TWO back to back covid tests 1/7 and 1/8 in Norcross to start work on 1/10 – you will be paid for each of your pre-employment covid tests*Masks are required at all times unless filming*We are searching for experienced belly dancers to be a part of our exciting club scene!If this is you and you’re FULLY available to work this booking please submit the following information1. Legal Name2. Contact Phone Number3. Current Photos (these will be sent to the Show runner please make sure they are clear with no other people in them – no filters 1 head shot and 1 full body)4. Current Sizes (height / weight / dress / pants / coat / shoes)5. Are you registered with Central Casting?6. What experience do you have with belly dancing? Tell us about it and send a video of you performing (if you have one).7. Are you available 1/7 and 1/8 for pre-employment Covid tests and 1/10 for filming?8. Do you have any tattoos? If so, please let us know how many, how big, and where on your body.Please send the following info to DYNASTY@CENTRALCASTING.COM Subject Line: BELLY DANCER
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 800 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
Read More From AtlantaFi.com: -
Casting directors are looking to hire some actors for roles in Netflix’s “Insatiable” is a TV series filming its second season.
The show is about a real-life disgraced lawyer finds a second act as a beauty pageant coach. The dark comedy has been filming in Atlanta for weeks now.
Atlanta casting call: Netflix’s “Insatiable”
Here are the casting call details:
–
“INSATIABLE” (Netflix Series)
This is it…the last episode..the last pageant 😉
We now have spots for MON 6/17 AND TUES 6/18 or TUESDAY 6/18 ONLY
Working FRI 6/14, MON 6/17 and TUES 6/18
– Male and Female, ALL ETHNICITIES
– ages 18 to 60
We also have some spot for all 3 days if you are open
———————————————————-
WORK DATES**: (FRI 6/14), MON 6/17 and TUES 6/18
PAY RATES: $76 for 8 hrs with OT after that
LOCATION: Filming in DULUTH
———————————————————-
SUBMIT TO: projects2@tscasting.com
SUBJECT LINE:
MON and TUES
or
TUESDAY ONLY
Or
Avail 3 Days!
———————————————————-
PLEASE INCLUDE:
CURRENT, CLEAR, PHOTOS !!!
We need to see current hair length, color, etc..
One from the waist up and one from the chest up…
No strange angle selfies please…nice , neutral photos!
Then please List the following
First and Last NAME
PHONE NUMBER (s)
CITY & STATE (where you will be coming from!)
Email address
AGE
Height
Weight
SIZES:
WOMEN: Dress, bust/bra/cup, waist, pants, shoe
MEN: Jacket, Collar, Sleeve, Waist, Inseam, shoe
And please describe /verify your attire with
“I have suits, cocktail dresses, dressy nicer casual, etc… whatever you have”
BONUS NOTE: we are going to be raffling off several awesome prizes on Tues 6/18 – $2000 worth of gifts and prizes…it is going to be fun and rewarding and Tammy does the raffle herself!! Woohoo!
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
-
Marvel fans are losing their stuff after the Avengers Endgame trailer debuted on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. The 2-minute video didn’t show many of the superheroes but gave fans just enough of the plot to spark a frenzy.
“Endgame” is slated to be released in U.S. theaters on April 26.
The new trailer comes on the heels of the success of Marvel’s Captain America. Unlike much of Avengers 4, which had key scenes shot in metro Atlanta, Captain America was filmed in London, Manchester, Caerwent, and Liverpool in the United Kingdom, and Los Angeles.
Where was Avengers 4 filmed?
Filming for Avengers 4 began in August 2017 at Pinewood Studios in Fayetteville. The Atlanta area has been embraced by Marvel producers as an affordable place to shot and do post-production on the Avenger movies, including some of their individual superhero movies such as Ant-Man.
So far, three Avengers films have been shot in ATL with one slated for release in 2019.
The Captain Marvel trailer debuted during halftime of the Washington Redskins-Philadelphia Eagles game, which starts at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN.
See the new Avengers ‘Endgame’ trailer
“It’s not about how much we lost, it’s about how much we have left.”
Tickets are now available for Marvel Studios’ #AvengersEndgame, in theaters April 26: https://t.co/h90aWvzX1D pic.twitter.com/4Dz22hRWvQ
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) April 2, 2019
Fans can expect the usual superheroes with deep story arcs, including Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain America, Spider-Man, Black Widow and of course, Thanos.
Captain Marvel will be released in U.S. theaters on March 8, 2019, a few months ahead of Avengers 4, which premieres May 3.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox. -
BET’s “Tales” is a scripted anthology series produced by music mogul Irv Gotti and largely filmed in Atlanta.
The “All I Need” episode takes its title from the ’90s era megahit by Mary J. Blige and Method Man.
The series is built on adapting the lyrics of classic hip-hop songs into three-act, 60-minute narratives. The “All I Need” episode stars former “Basketball Wives” reality TV star Tami Roman.
Watch BET’s ‘Tales’ TV series: ‘All I Need’
At this point, scores of movies are being filmed in Georgia as a whole. The lion’s share of them are being done in metro Atlanta.
Casting agencies are looking for talent in metro Atlanta for a number of big projects on the small screen, including BET’s “Tales” and more from the network.
Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area later in 2019 and into 2020.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Here are the movies filming in Atlanta right now
-
“Stranger Things 3” just released a new trailer and it delivers on the strangeness big-time. The Atlanta-filmed series has been a runaway hit on Netflix.
The third installment is due to be released on July 4, 2019 and we can’t wait.
Watch new ‘Stranger Things 3’ trailer
In the new teaser, we see glimpses of the madness as rats are seen scurrying around the floor in one intense scene.
The episode is reportedly called “Mall Rats,” and with filming done at Gwinnett Place Mall, it’s a perfect fit.
“Stranger Things 3” began production months ago. Back again on screen are Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp and Winona Ryder. But new faces will include Jake Busey and Cary Elwes.
The actors all received huge raises before season 3: Young actors Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, and Noah Schnapp will each make $250,000 per episode, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Teenage actors Natalia Dyer, Joe Keery, and Charlie Heaton will now make $150,000.
Will it be worth it? If “Stranger Things 3” can keep the mystery going and keep audiences guessing, then yes indeed.
Atlanta has become a film lover’s paradise in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Here are the movies filming in Atlanta right now
-
If you’re an Atlanta-area teacher that happens to be telegenic, you may have an opportunity to make some extra cash soon. Casting directors are looking to film scenes on Monday, January 29 in Atlanta.
“Ozark” is a Netflix crime thriller featuring Jason Bateman in the title role. Bateman portrays financial planner Marty Byrde, who has gotten his family in trouble by dealing with a Mexican crime lord.
Here are the details on the casting call:
- – MEN and WOMEN
– AGES 35 to 60
– Caucasian
– Parents with CARS
– Teachers (no cars)
– NOTE: IF you have a kid or kids that we already booked to work on Monday, you can NOT work as a Parent with your Car or Teacher. Sorry! - KEY NOTES:
– we need CARS for ALL the PARENT types
– NO white, red or custome colors!
– Good car colors: burgundy/maroon, blue, green, brown, black, silver/grey, champagne, rust/dk orange, gold
– New Faces (Repeats ok ONLY if you were not used at all)– NOTE: IF you have a kid or kids that we already booked to work on Monday, you can NOT work as a Parent with your Car or Teacher. Sorry!
IMPORTANT NOTES
Working tomorrow, MON 1/29
Filming in ATLANTA
Start times will be in the morningPay rate: $64 for 8 hrs with OT after that
Cars are $25 IF you are booked with your CAR
- – MEN and WOMEN
-
The Blaxploitation classic “Superfly” is getting a remake for the big screen and will be filming in Atlanta. The 1972 crime drama was directed by celebrity photographer and filmmaker Gordon Parks and featured Ron O’Neal in the title role.
Sony has bumped up the film’s release date to June 2018, significantly picking up the pace on production.
The movie tells the story of Youngblood Priest (O’Neal), an cocaine pusher who is struggling with the duality of trying to get out of the drug business while supporting his lavish lifestyle by earning clean money.
The new film will be set in the modern world with several famous faces in key roles. , Director X will helm the director’s chair for the remake with Trevor Jackson confirmed to star as Youngblood Priest, according to Deadline.
“Straight Outta Compton” star Jason Mitchell will play the buddy role as Eddie, “along with Lex Scott Davis as Georgia, Andrea Londo as Cynthia, Jacob Ming-Trent (Showtime’s White Famous) as Fat Freddy, and Omar Chapparo as Adalberto,” Deadline reports.
This is what producers are looking for:
- 1. African American STANDIN for our LEAD CHARACTER
– MALE
– HEIGHT 6’1 to 6’4
– WITH LONGER HAIR (at least 2 ” or longer)
– Medium/Average Build
– medium to lighter skin tone
– clean shaven or scruffy or short beard
– Must be available to be a regular Standin on the movie
working almost every day, M-F with a few Saturdays.
– will start tomorrow if available or starting Thursday is ok - 1. African American PHOTO DOUBLE
– MALE
– HEIGHT 5’11 to 6’1
– with SHORT DREADS or BRAIDS
– Average build
– medium to darker skin tone
– clean shaven (or some scruff ok) - NOTES:
1. Standin , theater, or set EXPERIENCE
IS a PLUS but NOT MANDATORYPay rate:
Standin: $140 for 12 hrs with OT after that on each day
Double: $80 for 8 with OT after thatPLEASE SUBMIT TO: projects1@tscasting.com
and
SUBJECT LINE: put
“TALL STANDIN” (for #1)
or
“DOUBLE” (for #2)PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING PHOTOS:
CURRENT, CLEAR, PHOTOS !!!
(one of from shoulders up and one from the knees up)Then please List the following:
First and Last NAME
PHONE NUMBER (s)
CITY & STATE (where you will be coming from!)
Email address
AGE
Height
Weight
and
If you have any standin , theater, or set experience, please list or attach a resumeYou MUST be local to the greater Atlanta area, or willing to work as a local hire.
- 1. African American STANDIN for our LEAD CHARACTER
-
BET’s “The Quad” returns to TV this winter. Set right here in Atlanta, “The Quad” is BET’s breakout TV series, which debuted last year. The show stars Anika Noni Rose, known for her role in several films as well as the voice behind Disney’s first black princess in “The Princess and the Frog”.
The cast also includes veteran actor Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Jasmine Guy, Jazz Raycole, Peyton Alex Smith and more. Rose stars as Dr. Eva Fletcher, the president of Georgia A&M University, a fictional historically black college.
The show will return for Season 2 on Jan. 23, 2018, the network recently announced. This season the plot takes off at Georgia A&M’s spring semester. Fletcher’s focus is keeping the struggling university solvent while external pressures make the demise of the school a likely reality.
-
The movie “Mile 22,” starring Mark Wahlberg, is currently casting restaurant patrons for an upcoming scene. If you can’t work multiple days, this isn’t the flick for you.
Scenes will begin filming on January 15th through January 18th in Atlanta, Georgia.
Here is the casting call:
he movie centers around a CIA field officer and an Indonesian police officer who is forced to work together as they confront violent and extreme political corruption. The movie will be directed by Peter Berg and stars Mark Wahlberg.
For more information, check out the casting call breakdown below.
Mile 22 Casting Call
***Mile 22***
Working MULTIPLE DAYS!!
Must be available to work ALL DAYS – Monday 1/15 – Thursday 1/18.
Location: metro Atlanta, GARate: $88/10
Must be registered with Central Casting!!We’re looking for Men and Women, portrayable as Indonesian or Asian, ages 20s-50s to portray restaurant staff and patrons.
Please send an email to mile22@centralcasting.com, include your name, phone number, sizes, and recent photo(s), put “Indonesian” in the subject line.
