Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Do casting directors actually watch self-tapes?

At IndieWire's Pass the Remote conversation, presented by Disney, leading television casting directors tackled one of the biggest misconceptions in Hollywood and offered a clear answer:

"We watch them all."

The panel discusses the evolution of auditions, the rise of self-tapes and Zoom casting, and why reviewing every submission remains an essential part of the casting process.

Panelists – Casting Directors:
• Wendy O'Brien (Abbott Elementary)
• Nicole Daniels (Love Story)
• Tiffany Little Canfield (Only Murders in the Building, Paradise)
• Sharon Bialy (The Testaments)
• Carmen Cuba (Wonder Man)

📍 Filmed at Vidiots in Eagle Rock, California

Presented by Disney and hosted by IndieWire.