Once the most electrifying player in the NBA, Marcel walked away from the sport after his wife’s sudden death — and drowned his guilt in alcohol. Now working in a fast-food drive-thru, he’s a bruised soul with a hidden fire. When fate pulls him back onto the court, he must confront his past, rebuild his legacy, and earn his son’s forgiveness. Athletic ability and basketball skills required. Minor to moderate action and basketball stunts (all stunt work will be supervised by a professional stunt coordinator).

Rookie sensation with superstar talent. Mars wants greatness on his own terms and refuses to rely on the absentee father who hurt him. A storm of pride, resentment, and raw potential. His biggest opponent isn’t the other team — it’s the fear he might turn out like Marcel. Strong dramatic arc balancing vulnerability and confidence. Athletic ability and basketball skills required. Minor to moderate action and basketball stunts (all stunt work will be supervised by a professional stunt coordinator).

Head Coach of the Scorpions and the embodiment of win-at-all-costs coaching. Polished on camera, ruthless behind the scenes — with a superiority complex that crumbles the moment Marcel threatens his dominance. Manipulative, intimidating, and entertainingly villainous. Think charismatic snake with a whistle.

The Scorpions’ star player — physically dominant but mentally fragile. Used to being the biggest threat on the court until Marcel humiliates him. Spirals from cocky trash-talker into a desperate bully propped up by performance enhancers. A physically demanding role with a sharp, emotional breakdown arc. Athletic ability and basketball skills required. Minor to moderate action and basketball stunts (all stunt work will be supervised by a professional stunt coordinator).

NBA CFO — beautiful, polished, brilliant, and cool-headed. She sees the business and human value in Marcel’s comeback long before anyone else. Balances power and empathy — a strong ally with executive presence. Key emotional support connection for Marcel and a major driver of the league’s future.

General Manager of the Lightning, an old teammate/friend of Marcel. He discovers Marcel working at a drive-thru and recruits him to save the team from being sold. He is the only one who initially knows Marcel's true potential and identity.

NBA Commissioner — commanding, ambitious, and strategic. Wants to reshape the league and sees Marcel as the key.

A shrewd businessman and Owner of the Scorpions.

Lily – Daughter & Connector. Caucasian, Blonde hair. The bright, loving child who unknowingly reunites her long-lost parents through her striking resemblance to Eddie. *Open to Vancouver Actors Only

Bella Gold (60) – Matriarch & Meddler. Caucasian, blonde or light brown hair. Eddie’s elegant, strong-willed mother who pushes him to secure the family legacy but softens when she discovers her granddaughter. *Open to Vancouver Actors Only

Hank Flynn (50s) Caucasian – Abusive Father & Antagonist. Rachel’s violent, greedy father who reappears to exploit her and kidnap Lily for ransom. *Open to Vancouver Actors Only

Mary Baxter (40s–50s) – Social Worker & Bureaucratic Antagonist. Cold, rule-obsessed inspector who threatens to remove Lily and later tries to profit by handing her to Eddie. *Open to Vancouver Actors Only

A lonely, reserved young man desperate to connect with the people around him, despite his own emotional shortcomings. His own vulnerability embarrasses him, making expressing his frustrations a difficult and painful task. Those submitting for Quinton should be well versed in both longer monologues and more improvisational, realistic dialogue.

A well-meaning, but ultimately ineffective role model for Quinton. While he and Quinton share many of the same issues, he struggles to understand his son.

A friendly, dime-a-dozen guy just looking to have fun with his friends. Socially adept, unfocused, and unintentionally inconsiderate, he’s just about everything Quinton strives to be.

Caucasian/Male (18-20) Zachary's Brother. Nora's crush. The golden boy at school. Student of the year and hockey captain. **OPEN TO VANCOUVER ACTORS ONLY

Caucasian/Female (18-20) Bully. Cruel and arrogant. Spoiled rich girl. Zachary's ex-date. **OPEN TO VANCOUVER ACTORS ONLY

Caucasian/Female (18-20) Zachary's cousin. Lesbian. His future left hand and "Beta" of the Valentino Mafia family. **OPEN TO VANCOUVER ACTORS ONLY