Now Casting
Grace Path presents a Goshen Pictures production. The story is set in Eagle Pass, Texas, and a majority of the film will be shot in Muskingum County, Ohio. Principal photography is scheduled to begin in August. Local and regional talent is strongly encouraged to submit.
We are seeking authentic people first. While acting experience is welcomed, we strongly encourage first-time actors, tradespeople, pastors, veterans, law enforcement professionals, and families to audition.
Open Roles
Lead · Male · Age 35–45
A hardworking construction foreman whose quiet act of compassion transforms countless lives over the course of decades. Chris is humble, dependable, and deeply convicted, yet wrestles with the personal cost of following his conscience. Seeking an actor with natural authenticity and emotional depth rather than theatrical performance.
Lead · Female · Age 30–45
Chris's loving wife and greatest supporter. Danielle is compassionate, resilient, and emotionally grounded as she walks beside her husband through seasons of sacrifice, uncertainty, and hope. Looking for an actress who can portray warmth, strength, vulnerability, and believable chemistry with Chris.
Lead Supporting · Male · Age 35–45 · Hispanic/Latino Preferred
A humble pastor whose life was forever changed by a stranger's act of mercy many years earlier. Calm, wise, and compassionate, Pastor Jesús becomes the emotional heart of the film's conclusion. Must speak fluent English. Spanish is welcomed but not required.
Principal · Male · Age 16–22
Chris and Danielle's son. A thoughtful young man growing into adulthood while learning to understand his father's extraordinary choices.
Supporting · Male · Age 50–70
Senior pastor of Chris's church. A sincere leader wrestling with difficult decisions, balancing conviction, church unity, and compassion.
Supporting · Male · Age 50–70
A respected church elder whose decisions play an important role in Chris's journey.
Supporting · Male · Age 35–50 · Hispanic/Latino Preferred
A man whose encounter with Chris demonstrates the lasting impact of simple acts of mercy.
Supporting · Male · Age 22–35
A younger Border Patrol agent with a lean build. Professional, observant, and respectful. This role requires a subtle, believable performance rather than a stereotypical action portrayal.
Supporting · Male · Age 30–55
High school coach appearing in the gym scenes.
Featured · Boy · Age 8–12
Chris and Danielle's young son.
Featured · Female · Age 16–22
Chris and Danielle's daughter.
Featured · Male · Age 35–50
Chris's coworker and confidant in several construction scenes.
Featured · Female · Age 6–9
Appears during one of the film's most memorable crossing sequences.
Background · Open call
Church congregations, construction workers, Border Patrol personnel, migrants and families, river crossing participants, high school students, basketball players, parents and spectators, neighborhood residents, and community members. No acting experience required. Authentic people are encouraged to apply.
How to Submit