Supporting actors perform at a level below that of lead actors, but are still critical to a film’s storyline. They might be a close friend, family member, romantic partner, or even antag… See more

A recurring role is a TV character who appears in multiple episodes—anywhere between two episodes and several seasons. The part is more intricately woven into the sho… See more

A day player, also called a co-star, is an actor hired on a short-term contract who is only on set for a day or two. Situated somewhere in the liminal space between backgroun… See more

A bit part is a role with direct interaction with principal actors and up to five lines of dialogue, known as the under-five in the U.S. Bit part actors are sometimes listed in the credits … See more