Olly Atkins plays one corner of Finding Her Edge's icy love triangle, and he's been in Percy Jackson
Oliver "Olly" Atkins is the Canadian actor bringing the brooding, lovesick Freddie O'Connell to life in Netflix's icy teen drama Finding Her Edge — one corner of a love triangle that has hooked more than 12 million viewers. The 23-year-old is also a familiar face to fans of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, where he played Rogue Demigod Auggie in Season 2. Between two major streaming hits landing in quick succession, Atkins has arrived as one of 2026's most talked-about young actors.
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Key takeaways
- Olly Atkins plays Freddie O'Connell across all 8 episodes of Finding Her Edge Season 1 on Netflix.
- His full name is Oliver Atkins; he is 23 years old and Canadian.
- He appeared as Rogue Demigod Auggie in 3 episodes of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2.
- Finding Her Edge was renewed for a second season on 3 February 2026, just two weeks after its premiere.
- His Instagram page has more than 100,000 followers.
Profile summary
Full name | Oliver "Olly" Atkins |
Age | 23 (as of 2026) |
Nationality | Canadian |
Occupation | Actor, writer, producer |
Known for | Finding Her Edge, Percy Jackson and the Olympians |
Training | Railtown Actors Studio, Vancouver |
Who is Olly Atkins?
Oliver "Olly" Atkins is a 23-year-old actor, writer, and producer who plays Freddie O'Connell in Finding Her Edge. He is from Canada. He has trained at the Railtown Actors Studio in Vancouver.
Beyond acting, Atkins is also credited as a writer and producer — a creative range that sets him apart from many peers at his stage of career.
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Where is Olly Atkins from?
Atkins was born in Canada. He is based in Vancouver, where much of Canada's English-language film and television production is concentrated — and where Finding Her Edge was produced.
Finding Her Edge is a Canadian sports teen drama that premiered on Netflix on 22 January 2026.
Olly Atkins in Finding Her Edge: who is Freddie?
Finding Her Edge has already broken Netflix's Top 10. It follows Adriana Russo (Madelyn Keys), an ice dancer who returns to the sport to keep her family's struggling ice rink afloat. Adriana has feelings for both her old partner and first crush, Freddie (Atkins), and her new partner and fake boyfriend, Brayden (Cale Ambrozic).
Atkins plays Adriana's first skating partner, who returns to Russo Rink at the start of Season 1. Netflix describes the character:
"Freddie is sincere, stoic, and kind. He was totally blindsided when Adriana stopped skating with him, suddenly cutting him out of a family he felt was his own. But upon returning to Russo Rink, Freddie can't fight the feelings of attraction and deep love for Adriana."
Atkins spoke about his character in an exclusive interview with Swooon:
"For a long time, Freddie doesn't really want to admit that he's still super in love with Adriana, but he definitely is. I think it's a struggle to see her and Brayden together."
How Atkins prepared for the role
Atkins hadn't heard of Jennifer Iacopelli's novel before auditioning for the part, but he did read it before stepping into the role. He believes any information he can get always helps, noting that the book reveals some really interesting things about Freddie that aren't fully present in the script.
In a conversation with Esquire India, Atkins discussed playing Freddie and the character's emotional complexity, touching on masculinity that does not look traditionally stoic.
Freddie's love triangle — and Atkins' own take
When asked what his favourite love triangle is, Atkins named Twilight, declaring himself firmly Team Edward. Given that Freddie is the brooding first love in Finding Her Edge's own triangle, the preference feels apt.
The series follows the three Russo sisters, heirs to a struggling figure skating dynasty. Middle sister Adriana trains for the World Championships with new partner Brayden, while still harbouring feelings for her first love and former partner, Freddie. Her life becomes complicated when she and Brayden pretend to be a couple off the ice to land a sponsorship and keep the financially struggling Russo rink afloat.
What does Olly Atkins play in Percy Jackson and the Olympians?
Before Finding Her Edge, Atkins appeared as Rogue Demigod Auggie in Percy Jackson and the Olympians, a character introduced during the second season. He appeared in 3 episodes across 2025–2026.
Ahead of the Season 2 premiere, fans were eager to find out who Atkins would play on the series, theorising he could be Apollo or Ganymede, since much of the cast and the official Percy Jackson Instagram page had followed him.
His Percy Jackson episodes, per TVmaze, include:
- We Board the Princess Andromeda (Season 2, Ep. 3 — December 2025)
- I Go Down with the Ship (Season 2, Ep. 7 — January 2026)
- The Fleece Works Its Magic Too Well (Season 2, Ep. 8 — January 2026)
Olly Atkins movies and TV shows
Atkins is known for Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023), The Casket Girls, and Finding Her Edge (2026). He also appeared as Micah in The 5-Year Christmas Party and is set to portray James in The Casket Girls.
Title | Year | Role | Format |
Girls Like Girls | 2026 | — | Film/Series |
Finding Her Edge | 2026 | Freddie O'Connell | Netflix series |
Percy Jackson and the Olympians | 2025–2026 | Rogue Demigod Auggie | Disney+ series |
The Casket Girls | TBC | James | Series |
The 5-Year Christmas Party | — | Micah | TV film |
Latest news: Finding Her Edge Season 2 confirmed
On 3 February 2026, Finding Her Edge was renewed for a second season. Season 1 had reached more than 12 million views since its premiere.
Atkins has already shared what he hopes to see from Freddie in the new season. Speaking to What's on Netflix, he said:
"I'd like to see his competitive spirit unlocked. I think that, with all of this history that he has in really compacting down his emotions and controlling how he expresses how he feels, I want to see him let loose."
Freddie's former partner Riley, played by Millie Davis, returns to the rink in Season 1. The season ended with a dramatic partner shake-up, suggesting brand-new pairings in Season 2.
Net worth
Olly Atkins' net worth has not been reported by reliable sources such as Forbes, Celebrity Net Worth, or Business Insider. Given the early stage of his career, this figure is not verifiable, and any estimate circulating online should be treated with caution. This section will be updated as credible information becomes available.
FAQ
- Who does Olly Atkins play in Percy Jackson? Atkins plays Rogue Demigod Auggie in Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
- Who does Olly Atkins play in Finding Her Edge? He plays Freddie O'Connell in Finding Her Edge.
- How old is Olly Atkins? Olly Atkins is 23 years old.
- Where is Olly Atkins from? He is from Canada. He has trained at the Railtown Actors Studio in Vancouver.
- Is Finding Her Edge getting a second season? Netflix confirmed that Finding Her Edge has been renewed for Season 2, just two weeks after the show premiered on the streamer.
- What is Olly Atkins' Instagram? His Instagram account is @ollyayayay, which has garnered more than 100,000 followers.
- What other shows has Olly Atkins appeared in? His work includes Finding Her Edge, The 5-Year Christmas Party, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and Girls Like Girls.
Quick facts
- He plays Freddie O'Connell in Netflix's Finding Her Edge (2026).
- He portrayed Rogue Demigod Auggie in Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2.
- Finding Her Edge reached over 12 million views and was renewed for Season 2 in February 2026.
- He trained at the Railtown Actors Studio in Vancouver, Canada.
- He is also a writer and producer, not just an actor.
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