The Runarounds is an adolescent drama centered on a diverse ensemble of recent high school graduates in Wilmington, NC, who establish a rock band to pursue musical fame before the conclusion of summer and the onset of adulthood. The series, led by budding musician Charlie Cooper, chronicles their journey through original music, romance, familial challenges, and the quest for their unique sound, ending with the band securing a record deal at the conclusion, poised for the next step of their aspirations.
Writer
The Runarounds was written by Jonas Pate with significant contributions from David Wilcox.
Director
The Runarounds is by Jonas Pate, who also serves as an executive producer alongside David Wilcox, Josh Pate, and others.
Cats
Real Name: William Lipton
Character Name: Charlie Cooper
William Lipton played the lead singer, Charlie Cooper. The series reflects William Lipton’s authentic musical experience as a young musician who established a band after high school, integrating acting with his genuine passion for music in a dream project that premiered its songs concurrently with the show in late 2025.
Real Name: Lilah Pate
Character Name: Sophia Kinney
Lilah Pate played the role of Sophia Kinney, the gifted yet introverted songwriter and valedictorian. This role allowed Pate to delve into profound emotional development, as Sophia discovers her voice and artistic direction beyond her mother’s expectations after a loss, a journey Pate deemed authentic and significant to depict.
Real Name: Marley Aliah
Character Name: Ruthie Bender
Real Name: Jesse Golliher
Character Name: Wyatt Wysong
Real Name: Axel Ellis
Character Name: Neil Crosby
Real Name: Zendé Murdock
Character Name: Bez Willis
Real Name: Brooklyn Decker
Character Name: Hannah Cooper
Real Name: Shea Pritchard
Character Name: George Benson
Real Name: Jeremy Yun
Character Name: Topher Park
Real Name: Mark Wystrach
Character Name: Catesby
Real Name: MacKenzie Porter
Character Name: Phoebe
Real Name: Maximo Salas
Character Name: Pete Antuna
Real Name: Kelley Pereira
Character Name: Amanda
Real Name: Hayes MacArthur
Character Name: Finn Cooper
Real Name: Willa Dunn
Character Name: Tatum
Real Name: Gillian Vigman
Character Name: Nora
Real Name: J. Anthony Crane
Character Name: Sandford
