Amazon MGM Studios has selected seven actors as series regulars for the upcoming adaptation of Elle Kennedy's book collection, the Off Campus series. The Young Adult romantic drama is slated for Prime Video.
The cast includes Ella Bright, Belmont Cameli, Mika Abdalla, Antonio Cipriano, Jalen Thomas Brooks, Stephen Kalyn, and Josh Heuston. These actors will portray central figures in the show.
Ella Bright is set to play Hannah, a wry music major. Belmont Camelli takes the role of Garrett, the playboy star center for Briar University's ice hockey team. The series follows the developing relationship between these two characters.
Other cast members announced include Mika Abdalla as Allie, Antonio Cipriano as Logan, Jalen Thomas Brooks as Tucker, and Stephen Kalyn as Dean. Josh Heuston's specific character was not identified in initial reports.
The source material consists of five books that depict the lives of members of an elite college ice hockey team and the women connected to them. The stories explore themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth as the characters navigate the challenges of entering adulthood.
Louisa Levy and Gina Fattore serve as co-showrunners for the series.
The adaptation project was first revealed in October. Amazon MGM Studios is overseeing production for the streaming service Prime Video.
The series is expected to delve into the dynamics of friendships and enduring bonds formed within the college setting, against the backdrop of competitive sports and personal relationships. Casting details provide insight into the characters expected to drive the narrative.
