The Carbonaro Effect (Seasons 2–5) — Hidden-Camera Magic Casting for truTV

The Carbonaro Effect is a comedic hidden-camera magic series on truTV created and performed by Michael Carbonaro, featuring extraordinary illusions staged in everyday situations. CastingHaus provided hidden-camera magic casting for the series across Seasons 2 through 5, sourcing real people to deliver authentic, unscripted reactions on camera.

Casting Scope

CastingHaus handled hidden-camera casting for multiple seasons of the series, identifying unsuspecting participants whose genuine reactions supported the show’s magic-driven prank format and comedic storytelling.

Format

Hidden-camera magic and prank series.

Network

truTV

Seasons

Seasons 2–5.

Casting Notes

Casting focused on sourcing real people capable of responding naturally and authentically in spontaneous situations designed to support large-scale illusions and concealed camera setups.