In the whirlwind of streaming platforms and blockbuster franchises, a fresh fantasy series has quietly captured hearts with its blend of high-stakes adventure, genuine emotion, and family-friendly wonder. The Wayfinders, Angel Studios’ original action-fantasy epic, drops three ordinary high schoolers into a brutal medieval realm of magic, monsters, civil war, and prophecy. Viewers are hooked—drawn not just to the swords-and-sorcery spectacle but to the heartfelt coming-of-age story at its core.
At the center of it all is Evan Nikolas Fields as Flynn Griffin, the hardcore gamer thrust into the role of reluctant thief and eventual leader of the ragtag group known as the Wayfinders. In a recent sit-down with AMFM Magazine’s Paul Salfen, Fields opened up about landing his breakout lead role, the magic of filming in Ireland, and why this project feels like a personal Hail Mary.
The interview kicked off with Salfen congratulating the actor on the show’s warm reception: “People are just loving it… This is a good time to be you right now.”
Fields, gracious and grounded, expressed pure gratitude. “I’ve been really excited and just grateful and thankful for the opportunity,” he said. He noted how the on-screen chemistry mirrored real-life bonds: “Our chemistry on screen is just the same off screen… We’re all really good friends. We still speak on a weekly basis.” The cast’s WhatsApp group, cheekily named “Finders of the Way,” keeps the vibes alive across continents.
Shooting in Ireland for months was a highlight. Fields recalled standing on the Cliffs of Moher, perilously close to the edge, amid thousand-year-old castles. “Being able to fly to Ireland to shoot it… seeing the scenery and shooting on location… that was incredible,” he said. The emerald landscapes provided a perfect backdrop for the series’ epic scope—locations like Knappogue Castle and the Rock of Cashel added authenticity to a world of rogue warriors, priestesses, and teenage werebears.
What sets The Wayfinders apart, Fields believes, is its heart. “Beyond the fantasy aspect… the show definitely has heart and character,” he explained. “A lot of the viewers resonate or connect to certain characters.” For Fields, that connection runs deep. Playing Flynn—a guy who masks insecurity and doubts his abilities, only to step up when destiny demands it—mirrors his own journey. “This being my first series regular show… myself having to step up to the plate whether I’m ready or not,” he reflected. “I feel we connect in that way for sure.”
Growing up on classics like Narnia, Treasure Planet, and Lord of the Rings, Fields always gravitated toward fantasy. But his path started in theater, staring out at audiences and realizing, “I could see myself doing this for the long run.” Now, kids are looking up at screens and seeing him, sparking their own dreams.
When Salfen asked for advice to aspiring young performers, Fields demurred humbly—he’s still early in his career—but passed on wisdom from his Nana: “Question everything. Stay curious and always be open to knowledge.”
The conversation turned to “Hail Mary moments”—those leaps of faith that define a career. For Fields, booking The Wayfinders was exactly that. Starting young meant focus, but also blinders; this role forced him to embrace the unknown. He credits castmate Sam Buchanan (who plays Cabin) for a key mindset: live in the moment and stay thankful, because others more talented might never get the shot.
One off-screen memory stands out: missing Easter with family due to prep, the cast (including Issy Knopfler as Princess Aurora) threw a potluck dinner in their shared apartment. “As we were all just sitting there eating… it just hit me that I’m here with these people that I love… doing what we love,” Fields recalled. “I was just soaking in that moment.”
With season two on the horizon—Fields heads back to Ireland in March—the future looks bright. He’s focused on The Wayfinders for now, but the buzz suggests more opportunities ahead.
Ultimately, Fields hopes viewers walk away with a simple, powerful takeaway: “Trust in yourself and trust in your abilities. And if you’re surrounded by the people that love and care for you, anything’s possible.”
In an industry full of noise, Evan Nikolas Fields brings quiet conviction. The Wayfinders isn’t just escapism—it’s proof that stepping into the unknown, with heart and humility, can lead to something extraordinary. Stream it now on Angel Studios, and get ready: the next chapter is coming.
