FATED: First Open Casting Call
Trident is now open for expressions of interest for all principal and supporting roles for the feature sci-fi horror love story FATED
The Project
Title: FATED
Genre: Cosmic horror / science fiction / tragic love story
Written & Directed by: Jack Laurenson
Produced by: Trident Productions
Logline: A young scientist unable to accept a devastating loss rips his consciousness out of time to save what he loves, only to discover that defying fate may demand the ultimate sacrifice.
Synopsis: FATED follows Elliot Ward, a brilliant but troubled scientist whose life is shattered by the violent death of his wife. Refusing to accept the finality of loss, Elliot develops a dangerous, experimental process to push human consciousness back through time. As his work escalates, ethical boundaries collapse and he begins to glimpse layered realities beneath the surface of the world as well as realms that may be hostile to human life. In attempting to undo the past, Elliot is forced to confront the true cost of refusing to let go.
Cast — Register Your Interest
We are now opening early expressions of interest from actors for all principal and supporting roles. Formal audition requests and self-tape sides will follow for selected applicants.
Key Roles
Elliot Ward (27–35):
A gifted, obsessive scientist. Intellectually formidable, emotionally inward. The central role.
Clara Ward (24–29):
Elliot’s wife. Emotionally perceptive, grounded, and human. The emotional core of the story.
Maya Lewis (22–29):
Clara’s closest friend. Observant, sceptical, morally grounded.
Tom Hargreaves (25–29):
A junior researcher. Idealistic, loyal, and dangerously trusting.
Professor Richard Halden (50–60):
A senior academic with ties to defence and corporate research. Polished, pragmatic, ambiguous.
DI Mark Collins (40–47):
A police investigator drawn into events that defy his conventional logic.
Multiple unnamed supporting roles (20-60)
Payment: In general we plan to pay the London Living Wage (daily or hourly) and/or multi-year equity/revenue share on features, plus all expenses where applicable.
How to register interest:
Please send your details, playing age, location, representation (if any), and links to recent work or showreels. Self-tape requests will follow for selected roles.
Crew Roles | How to register:
Tell us your role(s), experience level, kit (if any), availability, and links to recent work. We’ll be in touch as soon as we see a strong fit.
Do you have or know a location we could film in?
We’re assembling a flexible pool of film-friendly locations for both showreel recording days and feature film work.
We’re interested in a VERY broad range of possible locations: homes and flats, rooms, studios, offices, cafés/bars, classrooms, workshops, industrial spaces, rooftops, and accessible outdoor spots. Anything really. We can find uses for any kind of spaces!
What we offer:
Flat access fees for a full day or half day and/or equity/revenue share on our features films
Thank You and Production credits as appropriate
Fully insured, minimal-footprint units; respectful use; timing arranged to suit you or the location owner
What we need from you:
Description, location info, general availability and when it may be free to use (time of day is fine), capacity, access notes (stairs/lift/parking), and any rules
Submit a location:
About Trident
Trident Productions is a London-based independent film company with a growing European footprint. We focus on character-driven films, lean but professional production models, and long-term collaboration. Three features were delivered in 2025 and are currently being released, with new projects moving into production through 2026.
Further updates, including self-tape sides, audition timelines, and event announcements, will be shared here first. Thank you for staying close to the work.