Netflix’s adaptation of Liz Moore’s bestselling mystery novel just got a whole lot more exciting. With five new cast members confirmed and production kicking off June 1, The God of the Woods is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated drama series on the platform. Here’s every name you need to know.
The God of the Woods — Stranger Things Series
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | The God of the Woods |
| Based On | Liz Moore’s 2024 NYT bestselling novel |
| Network | Netflix Original |
| Genre | Mystery / Drama / Thriller |
| Setting | The Adirondacks, 1970s |
| Production Start | June 1, 2026 |
| Expected Release | Late 2027 / Early 2028 |
| Producer | Sony Pictures Television |
| Showrunners | Liz Moore & Liz Hannah |
What Is The God of the Woods About?
The God of the Woods will follow the disappearance of thirteen-year-old Barbara Van Laar from her family’s summer camp. The twist is that her family might just have a bigger role to play in all this — an earlier tragedy had already struck the family, and Barbara’s disappearance may tie into their dark secrets.
Set in the Adirondacks, the series explores the Van Laar family’s dark secrets, class tensions, and the mysteries surrounding the disappearance. It’s the kind of richly layered mystery thriller that Netflix does exceptionally well — think prestige drama with a slow-burn, literary core.
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The Full Cast — A Powerhouse Lineup
The five newly confirmed cast members — Nell Fisher, Benjamin Walker, Damon Gupton, Susannah Perkins, and Autumn Molina — join previously announced stars Maya Hawke and Kerry Condon. What’s on Netflix
Here’s who plays who:
Maya Hawke (Stranger Things, Do Revenge) stars as Judy Luptack — the first female investigator in the male-dominated Bureau of Criminal Investigation, tasked with looking into Barbara’s disappearance.
Kerry Condon (BAFTA Award winner, Oscar nominee for The Banshees of Inisherin) plays Alice Van Laar, the missing teen’s mother.
Nell Fisher (Stranger Things, Evil Dead Rise) plays the missing girl herself — Barbara Van Laar, an artistic and headstrong teen with a punk sensibility who joins Camp Emerson seeking refuge from her fraught family unit, and has the maturity of someone forced to make serious decisions far too early in life. Notably, Fisher is reuniting with Hawke, her former Stranger Things co-star.
Benjamin Walker (The Rings of Power) plays Peter Van Laar III — Barbara’s father, Alice’s husband, and heir to his family’s estate.
Damon Gupton (The Big Door Prize, Bates Motel) plays Denny Hayes, a captain in the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Soapcentral
Susannah Perkins (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) and Autumn Molina (A Really Haunted Loud House) round out the ensemble — Molina plays Tracy Jewell, a determined young camper who makes it her mission to find her missing bunkmate, even if it means endangering her own life. Netflix Tudum
When Will It Arrive on Netflix?
With filming to conclude by December 2026, the earliest we could expect to see The God of the Woods on Netflix is in late 2027 or early 2028. It’s a long wait — but with this cast and source material, it promises to be absolutely worth it.
FAQs
Q: Who stars in Netflix’s The God of the Woods adaptation?
Q: When does The God of the Woods come out on Netflix?
Production begins June 1, 2026, with filming expected to wrap by December 2026 — making the earliest likely Netflix release date late 2027 or early 2028.
