The wait is almost over for fans of Elle Kennedy’s popular hockey romance books. Prime Video is getting ready to bring Briar University to screens with the series adaptation of Off Campus. The show has already generated significant buzz, landing a second season renewal months before the first episode even drops.
With the May 13, 2026 release date approaching, here is everything you need to know about the cast bringing these beloved characters to life and the music that will set the mood for this college romance.
Who Plays Hannah and Garrett? Meet the Season 1 Leads
The first season adapts The Deal, the book that started it all. The story centers on an unlikely arrangement between Hannah Wells, a music major who wants nothing to do with hockey players, and Garrett Graham, the confident captain of the Briar University hockey team who needs help passing a class.
Ella Bright takes on the role of Hannah. British audiences may recognize her from The Crown and Malory Towers, where she earned a BAFTA nomination. She steps into the shoes of a smart, determined young woman who agrees to tutor the campus hockey star.
Belmont Cameli plays Garrett Graham. He recently appeared in the horror film Until Dawn and had a role in the Saved by the Bell revival on Peacock. In Off Campus, he plays the charming athlete who strikes a deal with Hannah that neither of them expects to turn into something real.
The Core Hockey Team and Their Future Stories
The show’s structure mirrors the book series, where each novel focuses on a different couple within the same friend group. The casting choices reflect this, with actors set to lead future seasons already in place.
Antonio Cipriano plays Logan. He previously appeared in Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin and National Treasure: Edge of History. Logan’s story takes center stage in the second book, The Mistake.
Stephen Kalyn takes on the role of Dean. Fans of Prime Video’s Gen V may recognize him. Dean’s romance with Allie unfolds in the third book, The Score.
Jalen Thomas Brooks plays Tucker. He had a major recurring role on Max’s The Pitt and appeared in Eli Roth’s Thanksgiving. Tucker’s story is told in the fourth book, The Goal.
Mika Abdalla joins the cast as Allie, Dean’s future leading lady. She starred in the 2024 comedy Snack Shack and also appeared on The Pitt.
Josh Heuston rounds out the main cast as Justin. He plays Hannah’s longtime crush, a singer in a college rock band, serving as the love rival in Season 1. Heuston has had major roles in Dune: Prophecy on Max and Heartbreak High on Netflix.
The Music of Briar University
Music plays a key role in the story since Hannah is a songwriter pursuing her passion. While the official soundtrack has not been fully released, the show’s connection to music is clear from the source material.
In the books, Hannah’s love for music and her talent for songwriting are central to her character. The show is expected to feature a mix of contemporary tracks and original music that reflects the college setting and emotional beats of the romance.
The teaser trailer released in March 2026 gave fans a first listen to the show’s musical vibe, setting an energetic yet emotional tone that matches the “opposites attract” romance between Hannah and Garrett. The official soundtrack announcement is expected closer to the May premiere date.
When and Where to Watch
All episodes of Off Campus Season 1 will be available on Prime Video starting May 13, 2026. The release will be global, with the series streaming in over 240 countries and territories worldwide.
The show has already received an early renewal for Season 2, giving fans confidence that the stories of Logan, Dean, Tucker, and Allie will make it to the screen.
“Off Campus captures the kind of emotionally charged, character-driven storytelling that truly resonates with our global Prime Video audience,” said Peter Friedlander, Head of Global Television at Amazon MGM Studios, when announcing the renewal. “Set against the high-intensity world of college hockey, the series explores deeply personal journeys and is brought to life by a tremendously talented cast.”
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What to Expect From Season 1
The first season follows Hannah and Garrett as they navigate their fake arrangement. Hannah, who dislikes hockey players after a past experience, agrees to tutor Garrett if he pretends to be her date to get the attention of her crush Justin. What starts as a simple transaction grows into something neither expected.
Showrunner Louisa Levy has confirmed the series will keep the mature, sex-positive tone of the books while adjusting the pacing for television’s eight-episode format.
“There’s something really unique and special about college-age romances where it’s not really that first love kind of vibe, it is something potentially more, and you’re still discovering so much about yourself,” Levy told Entertainment Weekly. “It’s more mature and sexier than high school. These characters are so sex-positive.”
With the release just weeks away, the teaser trailer has already given fans a look at the chemistry between Bright and Cameli on and off the ice. The series arrives at a time when hockey romance stories are finding a large audience, following the success of shows like Heated Rivalry on HBO Max.
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