Backstage vs IMDbPro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Backstage
Discover acting jobs and auditions worldwide for TV, film, and more. Browse thousands of curated casting calls, apply to unlimited roles, and build your career in the performing arts. A free download with optional subscription for advanced features.
- Browse global casting calls
- Apply to unlimited roles
- Create saved searches
- Upload media
- Build talent profile
- Find acting jobs
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For over 60 years, Backstage has served as one of the most trusted resources in the entertainment industry for casting projects, finding jobs, and building careers in the performing arts. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re a seasoned veteran, the Backstage app is the perfect resource for finding and applying to casting calls from all over the world - anytime, from anywhere! Browse thousands of curated casting calls from TV shows, movies, independent productions, music videos, voiceover gigs, modeling jobs, and more right at your fingertips. With unlimited applications and media uploads, the Backstage app makes finding your next audition easier and better than ever. Create saved searches tailored to your specifications to be the first to know about (and apply to!) the kinds of jobs you want most. The Backstage app is free to download, allowing all users to search and browse available casting calls. Upgrade to a subscription to unlock unlimited applications and build a professional talent profile that will wow casting directors. Happy auditioning! If you choose to purchase a subscription to Backstage, your payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew each month or year 24-hours before the end of the current period unless auto-renew is turned off. Auto-renew may be turned off at any time from your Apple account settings. Prices for subscriptions are in U.S. dollars, and may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. If you don’t choose to purchase a Backstage subscription, you can continue to use the Backstage app for free. This app includes subscription options, including via optional in-app purchases. If you don’t choose to purchase a Backstage subscription, you can continue to use the Backstage app for free to manage your profile and view job listings, messages, and other resources; however, a subscription is required to utilize some aspects of the service. Terms of Service: https://www.backstage.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy policy: https://www.backstage.com/privacy-policy/
IMDbPro
This app provides entertainment industry professionals with a comprehensive database of contacts and project information. Manage your professional profile, discover opportunities, and stay updated on industry news and trends. It's a trusted network for decision-makers in film and television.
- Comprehensive contact database
- Project tracking tools
- Professional profile management
- Industry insights and rankings
- Real-time notifications
- Talent demographics
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IMDbPro - Leading network and tools for entertainment professionals Essential for entertainment industry professionals, IMDbPro provides unparalleled access to the most comprehensive database of entertainment contacts and projects. Actors, filmmakers, agents, managers, and casting directors can manage their professional profiles, find representation, and stand out to potential employers. With detailed profiles of actors, directors, writers, producers, and crew members at your fingertips, you can effortlessly track film and TV projects from development through production and stay updated on industry moves. IMDbPro offers exclusive industry insights, including STARmeter rankings, talent demographics, and project tracking tools used by leading agencies and studios. Real-time notifications ensure you never miss an opportunity, keeping you informed about new productions, casting announcements, and industry news relevant to your career. Join the professional network trusted by entertainment decision-makers worldwide. IMDbPro is great alternative to rentrak, comscore, backstage, and studio system (studiosystem). By using this app, you agree to IMDbPro's Conditions of Use (https://www.imdb.com/conditions?ref_=ft_cou), Privacy Notice (https://www.imdb.com/privacy), and the IMDbPro Subscriber Agreement (https://pro.imdb.com/subagreement). IMDb owns and operates IMDbPro, Box Office Mojo (boxofficemojo.com), and Withoutabox. IMDb is a subsidiary of Amazon (amazon.com). We continuously enhance the IMDbPro app and value your input in shaping future versions. Share your feedback at: https://imdb.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bey1r9HOuHzs3cN
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IMDbPro at none against Backstage's 8. IMDbPro also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Backstage's advantage is review sentiment (34% vs 20%) and chart position (#32 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Backstage sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. IMDbPro asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Backstage against 4.6 for IMDbPro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backstage has 19K ratings behind it against 2.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 34% of Backstage's written reviews are positive against 20% of IMDbPro's.
Backstage ships an update weekly, IMDbPro every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Backstage | IMDbPro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (19K ratings) — better | 4.6 (2.7K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.7% of reviews — better | 19.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 19K — better | 2.7K |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #32 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 140 MB | 85 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Backstage LLC | IMDb |
Customer experience
Backstage
IMDbPro
User reviews
Backstage
From 19K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great platform for finding acting jobs
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Helpful for building an acting resume
- 🚀 Efficient way to search for and apply to roles
Room to improve
- 🐛 Subscription issues and billing problems
- 🔒 Lack of customer service and support
- 🐛 Buggy app with crashing and loading issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
IMDbPro
From 2.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🌟 Great app for industry professionals
- 💡 Valuable industry information and news
- 👍 Useful for tracking projects and careers
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes or won't open
- 🔍 Difficult to edit personal profile
- 🤔 Lacking key features compared to website
- 💰 Expensive subscription, hard to cancel
Bugs and requests
Backstage
Reported bugs
4 issues- App repeatedly logs users out
- Inability to upload media/headshots
- Casting calls not loading properly
- Notification system not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to save specific job postings
- Improve search filtering options
- Integrate calendar download for audition dates
- Provide more detailed job information in app
IMDbPro
Reported bugs
3 issues- App freezes on launch
- Login issues, unable to sign in
- Compatibility problems with new iOS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Add iPad support
- Improve profile editing capabilities
- Implement push notifications for updates
- Streamline subscription management
In-app purchases
Backstage
- Monthly Membership$24.991 Month
- Monthly Membership1 Month trial$24.991 Month
- 3-Month Membership3 Months trial$74.993 Months
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- 3-Month Membership$74.993 Months
- 6-Month Membership2 variants$99.996 Months
- Annual Membership$199.991 Year
- Annual Membership1 Year trial$199.991 Year
IMDbPro
No in-app purchases







