Over the last six years, leading man Chase Stokes has portrayed the beloved John B. Routledge on Netflix's hit original series Outer Banks. As the cast gears up for the season 5 premiere on August 20, the actor spoke in an exclusive interview with Parade about what fans can expect from the closing chapter of the series.
John B. was Stokes's breakout role, catapulting him from small television appearances into undeniable mainstream success. Since wrapping up filming in December, the actor has had time to process his departure from the character—the glue holding the treasure-hunting Pogues together.
"I think every character kind of stays with you a little bit, so I don't know if you ever fully get the opportunity to say goodbye," Stokes reflected. "The way that we shoot the show, it's so fast, so it sort of just happens and you're done. I'm just super thankful to be a part of something that has been able to stick around as long as it has, and it's got such a near and dear place in my heart. I always say it's never a full 'goodbye' because he's still sort of deep-rooted within me."
Drew Starkey, Chase Stokes, Madison Bailey, Carlacia Grant, Austin North, Rudy Pankow, Madelyn Cline and Jonathan Daviss attend the 'Outer Banks' Season 4 Charleston World Premiere on October 08, 2024 in Charleston, South Carolina.Jeff Hahne/Getty Images for Netflix
After the official teaser trailer for season 5 dropped last week, fans are more excited than ever to experience the conclusion of the Pogues' stories. Season 4 left off on a devastating note with the death of central character JJ Maybank. The newest clips share a brief look into the aftermath of the tragedy, featuring revenge, arrests and explosions.
Stokes revealed that many scenes he filmed for the season included help from his stunt double, Alexander Jennings. While it is typical Outer Banks fashion to include high-stakes action scenes, this might be the most action-heavy season yet. The actor admitted the new installment will be an escalation from Season 1's boat-driving stunts, preparing viewers for some pretty "epic shit."
"There's a lot of action sequences this year, and I have become very close with my stunt double over the course of this show—he's worked with me on other things as well," Stokes said. "We got to do some pretty epic shit. Being able to do more of that at a higher level, versus just driving boats in the first season, is pretty cool."
While the teaser looks a bit daunting, Stokes reassured fans that the end of the show will be a satisfying conclusion for longtime viewers.
"It's the ending that everybody is gonna want," Stokes said. "Anybody who's tuned into this show knows that there's a lot of chaos and a lot of high-heart-rate moments. So to land the plane in the ways that we did, I'm very proud of."
Captain Morgan Sliced's new Colada Style Variety Pack photographed for press release.Stokes recently partnered with Captain Morgan Sliced to spotlight their newest Piña Colada Style Variety Pack. This weekend, the actor will be sailing down to Daytona Beach to help host a launch event at the Coconut Retreat in Florida.
Fans 21+ are welcome to join Stokes for an immersive tropical experience, offering event-goers the chance to pair their relaxing summer getaways with the new flavors. The new launch expands consumer idea of what a colada drink can be, infusing the collection with classic summer flavors like Strawberry, Mango and Passionfruit.
"Summertime is arguably everybody's favorite time of the year. It's where school's out and the weather's good," Stokes said. "My mentality right now, especially after coming off a show that has been going on for so long, is that I'm really trying to relax and reset. Captain Morgan has encapsulated that so well with their brand. It will be a fun event in Daytona Beach, which is kind of in my own backyard, and helping them bring a new product to life is an awesome collaboration. It was a no-brainer."
Fans can RSVP for the June 26 event at this link. Additional information about the celebration and the new collection can be found on Captain Morgan's official Instagram.
Looking Ahead: Stokes's Upcoming Roles & Projects
Beyond the fifth season of Outer Banks, the star is looking ahead to upcoming projects. Stokes was recently cast as Ronnie Whitlock in the AMC NASCAR drama Thunder Road. The show begins filming this summer and is slated for release next year.
After being approached by showrunners Cliff Roberts and Taylor Elmore, Stokes knew this would be a the perfect next step. Ronnie's character mirrors some of the qualities the actor looks for when taking on new roles—a conflicted individual on a road to self-discovery in the rapidly changing world of NASCAR.
"I wanted to do something that felt different. It felt like it was in a new world, but a world that people could find a connection and relation to," Stokes explained. "[Ronnie] is a character who's battling a lot of demons and trying to find his place in a huge family dynamic of this dynasty in the NASCAR world, and he's sort of on the sides of it. I always love the people who don't feel like they fit in and don't know where they fit in, watching them go on the journey of self-discovery and finding out what their purpose is."
Chase Stokes attends Netflix Tudum 2025 at The Kia Forum on May 31, 2025 in Inglewood, California.Nicole/Getty Images for Netflix
As for non-acting endeavors, Stokes revealed he is actively working on his first directorial project. He began brainstorming for the film after moving to L.A. Since then, he has been working behind the scenes to bring the project to life, handling everything from development to financing.
"I'm gonna direct my first film next year. It kind of started as an idea in my brain when I first moved to LA. To go from that to hiring a writer and getting it fully financed, and to just be behind the camera and not acting in it, has always been a dream of mine," he shared. "I'm sort of dabbling in all these different areas of the industry, which feels really satisfying and gratifying to know that the ideas that I've been playing with are those that people are willing and interested in investing in."
It is clear Stokes's career in the film industry is only just beginning. The actor proclaims that his ultimate goal is to bring compelling stories to life from every area of Hollywood. Although his primary experience has been in front of the lens, his aspirations span past acting gigs into every facet of the filmmaking process.
"It's been kind of nice to not just jump into something immediately, especially after doing a show like Outer Banks where everyone is asking, 'What's he gonna do next?'" Stokes said. "I've just taken some time to really dip my toes into different areas of the entertainment industry, encapsulating the idea of being a storyteller—not just in front of the camera, but from every different angle."
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