Prime Video has confirmed that the second season of its popular romantic drama Off Campus will premiere worldwide on April 28, 2027, following a successful debut that attracted 36 million viewers in its first 12 days.
The series, adapted from Canadian author Elle Kennedy’s bestselling romance novels, will return with a new central love story featuring Allie Hayes and Dean Di Laurentis. The upcoming season will be available in more than 240 countries and territories, including Canada.
Off Campus Season Two Builds on Strong Global Viewership
Prime Video announced the premiere date on November 5, 2026, highlighting the programme’s strong international performance and growing popularity among younger audiences.
According to the streaming service, the first season attracted 36 million viewers worldwide within 12 days of release, establishing Off Campus as one of its most successful original television launches.
At its debut, the programme ranked as the third most-viewed first season of any series in Prime Video history. It also became the platform’s most-viewed debut season among women aged 18 to 34.
The figures underscore the commercial potential of romance adaptations as streaming platforms compete to attract younger subscribers and build long-running entertainment franchises.
For Prime Video, the series represents another opportunity to expand its original programming portfolio through established literary properties with international readership.
Allie Hayes and Dean Di Laurentis Take Centre Stage
The second season will shift its primary romantic storyline to Allie Hayes, portrayed by Mika Abdalla, and Dean Di Laurentis, played by Stephen Kalyn.
Set within the competitive environment of college ice hockey, Off Campus explores relationships, friendships and personal development among student athletes and the women connected to their lives.
The drama combines sporting competition with romantic relationships, examining heartbreak, emotional growth and the challenges of transitioning into adulthood.
Returning Cast and New Guest Appearances
The second season will feature an extensive ensemble cast, including several returning performers.
Series regulars include Mika Abdalla, Stephen Kalyn, Ella Bright, Belmont Cameli, Antonio Cipriano, Jalen Thomas Brooks, India Fowler and other established cast members.
Julia Sarah-Stone, Khobe Clarke, Miles Gutierrez-Riley and Phillipa Soo are scheduled for recurring appearances.
Charlie Evans, known for Paradise and Leave the World Behind, and Shay Rudolph, whose credits include Lethal Weapon and The Baby-Sitters Club, will appear as guest stars.
The expanded cast will support the programme’s interconnected storylines while maintaining its focus on college relationships and ice hockey culture.
Temple Hill and Louisa Levy Lead Season Two Production
The television adaptation was created by Louisa Levy, who continues as co-showrunner and executive producer alongside Gina Fattore.
Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen and James Seidman serve as executive producers, while Annika Patton is co-executive producer for Temple Hill.
Leanna Billings of Billings Productions and Neal Flaherty also hold executive producer roles.
Temple Hill’s involvement connects the project with a production company experienced in adapting popular fiction for film and television.
The creative team will continue developing the characters and romantic storylines established in Kennedy’s original novels.
Canadian Author Elle Kennedy’s Publishing Success
The television franchise draws on the work of Elle Kennedy, a Canadian bestselling author whose contemporary romance novels have achieved substantial international sales.
Kennedy has written more than 50 novels and appeared on bestseller lists published by The New York Times, USA Today and The Wall Street Journal.
Her books have been translated into more than 25 languages, with worldwide sales exceeding 10 million copies.
The international reach of Kennedy’s publishing catalogue provides an established audience for the television adaptation and supports its potential across multiple streaming markets.
Prime Video Expands Its International Entertainment Portfolio
The return of Off Campus comes as Prime Video continues investing in original series, licensed entertainment and live sports programming.
In Canada, the streaming platform also offers access to sports coverage, including NHL, NBA, WNBA and PWHL competitions, alongside additional subscription channels and rental titles.
The company’s strategy combines original productions with established entertainment properties to attract audiences across different viewing categories.
With its second season scheduled for April 28, 2027, Off Campus will seek to build on its substantial first-season audience while introducing a new central romance to viewers worldwide.
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