A New Chapter in Hockey Romance
Josh Heuston, best known for his role in the Australian teen drama Heartbreak High, has stepped onto an international stage by joining the cast of Prime Video's new series Off Campus.
The show, an adaptation of Elle Kennedy's popular hockey romance novels, has become a cultural touchstone on BookTok, drawing millions of readers who have turned the genre into a mainstream phenomenon.
Heuston admits he was initially unaware of the depth of the fandom. "I had no idea how passionate the fans were," he says, recalling that he only discovered the books after landing the part of Justin Kohl.
Reading The Deal before filming gave him a fresh perspective on the story's appeal, and he found the experience of working alongside a diverse, global cast both effortless and exhilarating.
While he enjoyed the collaborative atmosphere, Heuston hints that his character may not reprise his role in a potential second season, emphasizing that staying faithful to Kennedy's novels is his top priority.
The success of Off Campus underscores how a niche romance genre can explode into a worldwide sensation, a trend Heuston says he embraces as the "token Aussie" in a story that bridges cultures.