Imagine waking up dead, only to find your afterlife is a never-ending horror movie audition. That's the darkly comedic reality for Xiao Gui’an, a struggling actor who finds himself reborn as an NPC ghost in a terrifying supernatural world. But eternal rest is far from guaranteed. In this world, the so-called "protagonists" are less heroes and more like unhinged forces of nature, carving their way through hordes of spirits with chilling efficiency. Survival becomes a desperate game of playing all sides, as Xiao Gui’an must navigate the treacherous landscape between bloodthirsty humans and vengeful ghosts. His only weapon? The one thing he knows best: acting. "I Got My Cheat Skill by Acting My Way into a Horror Protagonist Role" delivers a unique blend of horror and humor, exploring the absurd lengths one man will go to for self-preservation. Watch as Xiao Gui’an's thespian talents evolve into a genuine survival skill, allowing him to rise through the ranks of both the spectral and living worlds. Through a series of increasingly elaborate performances, he inadvertently earns the respect of all, becoming a figure of awe and a sought-after ally for those destined to survive. But as his influence grows, Xiao Gui’an can only wonder how he became a tireless workaholic, still fighting tooth and nail for his afterlife. Prepare for a wild ride where the line between performance and reality blurs, and the most terrifying monsters might just be the ones we're supposed to root for.