Screen test
A screen test is a trial on camera in which an actor performs so the production can judge how they look and sound in a role.
Productions also shoot screen tests during pre-production to check costumes, make-up and effects, so a screen test is not always an audition.
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They flew her out for a screen test after the recall.
Last updated 4 Oct 2026
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