‘Outer Banks’ Stars Talk Season 4 Character Growth and What’s to Come: “We’re in This Healing Journey”

As a gamer who’s been through countless virtual adventures, I can confidently say that my real-life experiences have never felt more immersive than this Outer Banks extravaganza! The Poguelandia event was a dream come true for any fan, offering a taste of the series that’s become a staple in our binge-watching lives.


Poguelandia: A replica of the Outer Banks experience,” came back to Los Angeles on Saturday before the premiere of the show’s season four part two. The event took place at an interactive pop-up, attracting fans, artists, and the cast members themselves.”

The pop-up showcased everything related to ‘Outer Banks’ – there was a surf shop of the characters, food inspired by the series, and a concert as the finale with performances by Jungle, Remi Wolf, and Glorilla. This event, now in its second year, is styled after the popular Netflix show that revolves around two groups: the wealthy (Kooks) and the less fortunate (Pogues), who are navigating their teenage years while living on an island, unraveling mysteries and solving murders.

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Chase Stokes, the actor portraying John B and dealing with significant loss in the series, revealed to The Hollywood Reporter how he tapped into his character’s survival instincts this season, stating, “As artists, I believe we often draw from our inner selves for such situations.

The actor mentioned that he hasn’t been spared from life’s traumas. He believes that delving deeply into past experiences has significantly contributed to the portrayal of his character, John B, this season.

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At Poguelandia, Chase Stokes from OBX discusses drawing upon his personal life experiences to create a vibrant character for the second part of Season Four’s JonB storyline on Outer Banks.

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From the start of season one up until halfway through season four (released October 10), the characters faced a series of challenges that encompassed navigating toxic familial issues, intricate friendship dilemmas, and engaging in thrilling treasure quests.

Rudy Paktow stated, ‘I’ve noticed my character becoming increasingly anxious because his friends won’t be around anymore.’ He seems to be trying to hold onto them tightly. When Pope suggested making Poguelandia 2.0 his personal property, it felt like just the thing he desired.

Madelyn Cline stated, “It seems to me that we’re embarking on a path of healing. Yet, the question remains: Are we truly healing if we keep rushing forward?

Apart from Carlacia Grant and Jonathan “JD” Daviss, who often serve as the voice of calmness among the group on screen, shared insights with The Hollywood Reporter regarding the developments in store for their characters this season.

Cleo may experience strong emotions, as she’ll likely go through each phase of grief, with anger being one of them,” Grant stated. Regarding Pope, played by Daviss, he shared that everyone will ultimately face a dramatic fallout at the end of their journey.

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The ensemble of #obx featuring Madelyn Claire, Rudy Pankow, Jonathan Daviss, Carla Ciagrant, Fiona Palomo, Austin North, and Mia Charlis discuss possibilities for the future of the #Pogues and #Kooks in #OuterBanks.

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As I eagerly await the screen resolution for season four, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible bond we’ve formed behind the scenes over the last five years of this remarkable journey.

Stokes mentioned that there’s a certain confidence you gain from trusting those around you, knowing they will fulfill their responsibilities reliably. For the past five years, this hasn’t wavered in our team.

Daviss remarked, “I treasure the tiny instances most; they’re what make it truly special, in my opinion.” He continued, “Just like any close-knit circle of friends, we’ve got our own inside jokes. We could carry on entire conversations using these private codes, leaving outsiders puzzled. Having this unique group is a real gift, as we’ve been able to create these shared experiences in such a way.

Following the initial showcase that took place at Barker Hangar, Santa Monica, the location was made accessible to fans for a DJ session, meet-and-greets with cast members, and live concerts. Notably, Glorilla graced the stage to perform her popular tracks “Tomorrow” and “Wanna Be.

As a dedicated fan, I can’t contain my excitement! The second part of “Outer Banks” season 4 is about to debut this coming Thursday. Catch a sneak peek at the exclusive images and read THR’s in-depth coverage on part one right here.

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2024-11-04 21:56