The Departure of a Fan Favorite

Josh Heuston, who captured the hearts of fans during the debut season of the hit series Off Campus, has officially exited the show. While his character, Justin, left a significant mark on the storyline, viewers were surprised to learn he would not be returning for the second installment.

The first season focused on the romance between songwriter Hannah (Ella Bright) and athlete Garrett (Belmont Cameli). Although Hannah initially harbored feelings for Justin, her bond with Garrett ultimately took center stage. Despite this, many fans were eager to see more of Justin's journey.


Creator Perspectives and Future Possibilities

Show creator Louisa Levy addressed the character's absence in an interview, expressing a desire to keep the door open.

«He is not in the next season, but I love Josh and I would not write him off if I can find a way to bring Justin back at some point,»
Levy explained. She noted that the show never introduced Stella, the character Justin ends up with in the source material, leaving potential for a future narrative arc.


Focusing on New Projects

The primary reason for Heuston's absence is his busy filming schedule. The 29-year-old actor has secured a major role in the biblical horror-thriller The First Exorcist, starring alongside Ryan Corr. The film is a reimagining of the Gerasene Demoniac account from the Gospels, centering on a man named Alexios who battles a demonic presence that challenges even the abilities of a young Jesus.


Heuston’s Reflections on the Role

Before his departure was finalized, Heuston shared his hopes for his character's future in an interview. He expressed a desire for Justin to continue pursuing his passion for music and his search for genuine love. Reflecting on his portrayal of the character, the actor stated:

«I just tried to give Justin as much as possible. A lot of the time if you fell into a stereotype of another cool guy that does music on campus, you wouldn’t have that love or affinity for him. My main thing was just trying to make him as good as possible.»

Fans can still enjoy Heuston’s performance in the first season of Off Campus, which is currently available for streaming on Prime Video.