The inspiring and little-known true story behind MercyMe’s beloved, chart-topping song I Can Only Imagine is getting a sequel.
Titled I Can Only Imagine 2, the follow-up is currently filming in the Nashville, TN area, and locals have the opportunity to apply for small roles in the production and no acting or extras experience is required.
The song, which has provided hope and inspiration to countless listeners, serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in true forgiveness. According to IMDB, the sequel will focus on Bart Millard, the lead singer of MercyMe, as he faces a personal crisis at the height of his success. As his world begins to unravel, he grapples with his faith and inner demons while searching for a way forward.
The film is currently in production and is expected to be released in theaters in 2026.
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Directed by Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle, with a screenplay by Brent McCorkle, I Can Only Imagine 2 features Dennis Quaid, Arielle Kebbel, Trace Adkins, and Milo Ventimiglia.
Background Extras:
NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2
PROJECT NAME: I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2
PRODUCTION COMPANY: KINGDOM STORY COMPANY – NON-UNION BACKGROUND
NASHVILLE, TN AREA (ONLY ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FROM THOSE ABLE TO WORK AS A LOCAL)
MONDAY, APRIL 14TH & THURSDAY APRIL, 17TH (LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WITH AVAILABILITY BOTH DAYS)
RATE:
$100.00** for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour, 8 hour guarantee). Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. We may not need you that long, but must be able to commit to that. I will not have the call time until the afternoon prior.
LOOKING FOR ALL GENDERS 18-60 YEARS OF AGE TO PLAY CONCERT GOERS
*Please note, I know there has been some discussion about ages for this. I have to follow what the Director has requested. Remember, this is my job and I am casting this to fit their vision.
Please email booking@jennyalisoncasting.com and in the subject line write 4/14 & 4/17 CONCERT.
In the email, include the following info in this order:
-Name:
-Height:
-Location:
-Cell number:
-Verify you are over 18 years of age:
-Available both days?
Please also include 3 CURRENT photos of yourself. Please make sure these photos show us an accurate representation of your
CURRENT hairstyle. No hats or sunglasses.
NO TEXT MESSAGES, PLEASE. WE ONLY ACCEPT SUBMISSIONS AND QUESTIONS VIA EMAIL.
Stand-ins:
NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2 (STAND-IN)
PROJECT NAME: I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2
PRODUCTION COMPANY: KINGDOM STORY COMPANY
NON-UNION BACKGROUND (STAND-IN) MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING AS A SI AND OR SIGNIFICANT SET EXPERIENCE
NASHVILLE AREA (ONLY BOOKING LOCAL)
4/7-4/11
4/14-4/17
4/28-5/2
5/5-5/9
5/12-5/14
5/16
5/19-5/23
*Must be available for the majority of these dates.
RATE:
$189.00** for 12 hours (12 hour guarantee + time and a half after 12 hours) must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. We may not need you that long, but must be able to commit to that.
23-40 YEARS OLD, 5’9-5’11 MALE WITH SIMILAR COMPLEXION/HAIR COLOR TO THE ACTOR PICTURED HERE
Please email booking@jennyalisoncasting.com and in the subject line write BART SI.
In the email, include the following info in this order:
Name:
Age:
Height:
Location:
Cell number:
Stand-in Experience/set experience?
Please also include 3 CURRENT photos (NO FILTERS).
NO TEXT MESSAGES, PLEASE. WE ONLY ACCEPT SUBMISSIONS AND QUESTIONS VIA EMAIL.
____________________
NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2 (STAND-IN)
PROJECT NAME: I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2
PRODUCTION COMPANY: KINGDOM STORY COMPANY
NON-UNION BACKGROUND (STAND-IN) MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING AS A SI AND OR SIGNIFICANT SET EXPERIENCE
NASHVILLE AREA (ONLY BOOKING LOCAL)
Tentative dates:
4/28-4/30
5/2
5/5
5/6
5/9
5/12
5/13
5/19-5/22
RATE:
$189.00** for 12 hours (12 hour guarantee + time and a half after 12 hours) must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. We may not need you that long, but must be able to commit to that.
WHO:
23-40 YEARS OLD, 5’7-5’9 FEMALE WITH SIMILAR COMPLEXION/HAIR COLOR TO THE ACTRESS PICTURED HERE
Please email booking@jennyalisoncasting.com and in the subject line write ICOI2 SI #1.
In the email, include the following info in this order:
Name:
Age:
Height:
Location:
Cell number:
Stand-in Experience/set experience?
Please also include 3 CURRENT photos (NO FILTERS).
NO TEXT MESSAGES, PLEASE. WE ONLY ACCEPT SUBMISSIONS AND QUESTIONS VIA EMAIL.
NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – I CAN ONLY IMAGINE 2
PRODUCTION COMPANY: KINGDOM STORY COMPANY – NON-UNION BACKGROUND
WHERE:
NASHVILLE AREA (ONLY ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FROM THOSE ABLE TO WORK AS A LOCAL)
WHEN:
THURSDAY, APRIL 10TH
RATE:
$100.00** for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour, 8 hour guarantee). Must be able to commit to being on set 12+ hours. We may not need you that long, but must be able to commit to that. I will not have the call time until the afternoon prior.
WHO:
LOOKING FOR ALL GENDERS 22-55 YEARS OF AGE TO PLAY STAGEHANDS/CREW
Please email booking@jennyalisoncasting.com and in the subject line write 4/10 STAGEHAND.
and
LOOKING FOR ALL GENDERS 22-45 YEARS OF AGE TO PLAY HIP MUSICIAN TYPES
Please email booking@jennyalisoncasting.com and in the subject line write 4/7 MUSICIAN.
To submit send the following:
-Name:
-Height:
-Location:
-Cell number:
-Verify you are over 18 years of age:
Please also include 3 CURRENT photos of yourself. Please make sure these photos show us an accurate representation of your
CURRENT hairstyle. No hats or sunglasses.
Here is a trailer of the 2018 film “I Can Only Imagine.”