Daisy Jelley and Connor Simos Tapped to Lead Netflix Hockey Romance ‘Icebreaker’

Netflix has announced the casting of Daisy Jelley and Connor Simos as the leads in its upcoming series adaptation of Hannah Grace’s bestselling novel “Icebreaker.” Jelley will portray Anastasia “Stassie” Allen, a transfer student determined to compete for Olympic gold, while Simos will take on the role of Nate Hawkins, a fellow student on campus.

The series, described as a college romance drama, follows Stassie’s pursuit of elite figure skating while navigating the complexities of campus life and a budding relationship with Nate. The narrative centers on the intersection of athletic ambition and youthful love, reflecting the themes of Grace’s original book.

Jelley, known for her work in “Poser” and “How To Have Sex,” and Simos, recognized for his role in “Subversion,” were confirmed as the principal cast members in the production. Their involvement marks the first major casting announcements for the project, which was initially revealed by Netflix earlier in the year.

Production details indicate that the series will be developed for Netflix’s streaming platform, with the adaptation aiming to capture the novel’s blend of sports competition and romantic storytelling. The show’s development follows Netflix’s broader strategy of adapting popular contemporary novels for its original content slate.

The casting of Jelley and Simos signals the next phase of the series’ development, moving toward filming and eventual release on the streaming service, though a specific premiere date has not yet been disclosed.