Prime Video's 'Life is Strange' TV Series Casts Chloe and Max

Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins to star in the upcoming adaptation

Mar. 3, 2026 at 6:49pm

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Prime Video's upcoming TV adaptation of the popular video game series 'Life is Strange' has found its lead actors. Maisy Stella, known for her role on the TV drama 'Nashville', will play the character of Chloe, while newcomer Tatum Grace Hopkins has been cast as Max. The series, which is being produced by Margot Robbie's LuckyChap production company, will follow the story of Max, a photography student who discovers she can rewind time and ends up investigating the mysterious disappearance of a fellow student alongside her childhood best friend Chloe.

Why it matters

The 'Life is Strange' video game series has developed a dedicated fan following since its debut in 2015, known for its compelling narrative, relatable characters, and exploration of complex themes. The upcoming TV adaptation presents an opportunity to bring this beloved story to a wider audience and potentially introduce the franchise to new fans.

The details

The 'Life is Strange' TV series is being developed by Prime Video, with The End of the F***ing World creator Charlie Covell serving as the head writer, executive producer, and showrunner. The series will be produced by Square Enix, Amazon MGM Studios, Story Kitchen, and Margot Robbie's LuckyChap production banner. Maisy Stella, who is one half of the country music duo Lennon and Maisy, will play the role of Chloe, while newcomer Tatum Grace Hopkins has been cast as Max. The series will follow the story of Max, a photography student who discovers she can rewind time and ends up investigating the mysterious disappearance of a fellow student alongside her childhood best friend Chloe.

  • The 'Life is Strange' video game series first launched in 2015.
  • The latest installment in the game series, 'Life is Strange: Double Exposure', was released in 2024.
  • A sequel to 'Double Exposure', titled 'Reunion', is scheduled for release in March.

The players

Maisy Stella

An actress known for her role on the TV drama 'Nashville' and for playing Aubrey Plaza's younger self in the coming-of-age comedy 'My Old Ass'. She will play the role of Chloe in the 'Life is Strange' TV series.

Tatum Grace Hopkins

A newcomer to the screen, Hopkins has previous theatre credits including Broadway productions 'The Queen of Versailles' and 'For the Girls'. She will play the role of Max in the 'Life is Strange' TV series.

Charlie Covell

The creator of the TV series 'The End of the F***ing World', Covell is serving as the head writer, executive producer, and showrunner for the 'Life is Strange' TV adaptation.

Margot Robbie

The acclaimed actress is producing the 'Life is Strange' TV series through her LuckyChap production company.

Square Enix

The Japanese video game company that developed the original 'Life is Strange' video game series, and is now producing the TV adaptation.

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What they’re saying

“The series was first announced back in September 2025, with The End of the F***ing World creator Charlie Covell on board as head writer, executive producer, and showrunner.”

— Lauren Milici, Author

What’s next

The 'Life is Strange' TV series does not yet have a confirmed release date, but fans of the video game franchise will be eagerly awaiting more updates on the production and its progress.

The takeaway

The casting of Maisy Stella and Tatum Grace Hopkins as Chloe and Max respectively suggests that the 'Life is Strange' TV adaptation is in good hands, with the producers aiming to faithfully bring the beloved characters to life on the small screen. Fans of the video game series can look forward to seeing how the narrative and themes of the original games will be translated to the television format.