Casting is a manufacturing process in which a liquid material is usually poured into a mold, which contains a hollow cavity of the desired shape, and then allowed to solidify.
In entertainment industry, casting refers to the process of selecting actors for a film, television show, play, or other production.
The term "casting" also refers to:
1. The act of throwing something, especially a fishing line
2. The process of forming a metal object by pouring molten metal into a mold
3. The group of actors chosen to perform in a play or movie