How Much Does an Acting Showreel Cost?
If you're an actor looking for a professional acting showreel, one of the first questions you'll probably have is: how much does an acting showreel cost?
The answer can vary considerably depending on the company, and what's included in the acting showreel package.
If you're looking for an acting showreel in London, prices can range from a few hundred pounds for a single scene to well over £1,000 for premium multi-scene productions.
At Milestone Showreels, we keep our acting showreel prices straightforward:
1 scene – £210
2 scenes – £360
3 scenes – £480
Our aim is to provide actors with professional, cinematic acting showreel footage without the high prices associated with some other London based showreel companies.
Acting Showreel Prices: How Much Should You Expect to Pay?
There isn't one standard price for an actor showreel in the UK.
Different showreel companies offer very different packages. Some charge around £300 for a single scene, while other professional showreel packages can cost £500, £700, £1,000 or considerably more depending on what is included.
For example, some London showreel providers currently advertise one-scene packages around the £295–£420 range, while three-scene packages can reach £699 or more.
At the premium end of the market, some companies charge £649 + VAT for one scene and more than £1,000 for three scenes.
That doesn't necessarily mean a more expensive showreel is automatically better. It means actors should look carefully at what is actually included in the price.
Our Acting Showreel Packages
1 Scene Acting Showreel – £210
Our one-scene acting showreel package is ideal if you already have a showreel but need some fresh footage.
It can also be useful if you want to demonstrate a particular casting type, character or skill that isn't currently represented in your reel.
The package includes:
A personalised 1–2 page script
3-hour filming session
Professional Director of Photography
Full editing
Sound design
Colour grade
Downloadable finished scene
At £210, this gives actors an affordable way to add professional acting footage without paying for an entire new showreel.
2 Scene Acting Showreel – £360
Our two-scene showreel package is designed for actors who want to create a new reel or significantly update their existing footage.
Two scenes allow you to demonstrate more range and can be particularly useful if you want to show contrasting character types.
The package includes:
2 personalised 1–2 page scripts
6-hour filming session
Professional Director of Photography
Full editing
Sound design
Colour grade
Finished individual scenes
A separate edit combining the strongest sections of both scenes
At £360, our two-scene acting showreel package sits below many comparable London packages currently advertised online. Some providers charge around £395–£580 for two scenes, while premium options can approach £1,000.
3 Scene Acting Showreel – £480
Our three-scene acting showreel package is designed for actors who want to showcase a wider range of performances.
Three contrasting scenes can give you the opportunity to demonstrate different:
Character types
Genres
Emotional qualities
Relationships
Casting types
Our three-scene package costs £480 and includes three personalised scripts, a 8-hour filming session, professional cinematography, editing, sound design and colour grading.
Why Are Acting Showreel Prices So Different?
When comparing acting showreel prices, don't just compare the headline figure.
Check what you're actually getting.
Scriptwriting
Some acting showreel companies include bespoke scripts in their packages, while others charge extra.
At Milestone Showreels, personalised scripts are included in our packages.
Filming Time
The amount of time you spend filming can make a significant difference to the final footage.
More filming time can give you additional opportunities to rehearse, experiment with performances and capture different takes.
Cinematography
A professional acting showreel should look like professional screen footage rather than a basic self-tape.
Camera, lighting, composition and sound all contribute to the finished result.
Editing and Colour Grading
Professional editing, sound design and colour grading are important parts of creating a polished actor showreel.
A strong edit should keep the focus on your performance while making the footage feel cohesive and cinematic.
Is a Cheap Acting Showreel Worth It?
Not necessarily.
Likewise, paying more doesn't automatically mean you're getting better footage.
When choosing an acting showreel company, consider the quality of the finished scenes, the experience of the filmmaking team, the scripts, the filming time and exactly what you'll receive at the end.
The most important thing is that your showreel gives casting professionals a clear idea of who you are as an actor and the roles you could be considered for.
How Many Scenes Should an Actor Have?
There isn't a universal answer.
If you already have a strong showreel and simply need fresh footage, one new scene may be enough.
If you're building your first professional acting showreel, two scenes can give you more opportunity to demonstrate range.
Three scenes can provide even more variety if you want to showcase several different casting types.
However, three average scenes aren't necessarily more useful than one or two excellent scenes.
The goal should always be quality, relevance and strong performances.
What Does a Professional Acting Showreel Include?
A professional acting showreel can include:
Bespoke or personalised scripts
Professional cinematography
Professional sound recording
Direction
Professional scene partners
Editing
Sound design
Colour grading
Individual scene files
A final showreel edit
The exact combination depends on the acting showreel company and package you choose.
At Milestone Showreels, we focus on creating cinematic scenes that give actors professional footage they can use when approaching agents and casting professionals
View our acting showreel packages or watch our showreel examples to see our work.