Chris

Christopher Hartley, known to his friends as Chris, is one of the eight main protagonists and a playable character in Until Dawn. He was voiced and motion captured by actor Noah Fleiss.

Full Name
Christopher Hartley

Nickname
Chris Cochise (by Josh)

Actor
Noah Fleiss

Gender
Male

Age
18 (Prologue) 19

Hair
Dirty blond

Eye Color
Blue

Complexion
White

Outfit
Green sweater, denim blouse, white tee shirt, blue jacket and jeans.

Accessories
Glasses, watches

Debut
Prologue

Occupation
College Student

Love interest(s)
Ashley - Girlfriend (Determinant)

Death
Chapter 8 Chapter 9

Cause of Death
Decapitation

Status
Determinant

Chris, along with Hannah, is one of the two members of the group that wears grey rectangular glasses. He has dirty blond hair worn in a faux-hawk style.

In the Prologue, Chris wears a red-patterned designed plaid shirt and a pair of jeans.

A year later, he dons a layered light blue jacket over a green commando-style sweater, blue collared shirt, and a white undershirt with the text "COACH" and "loop" on it.

Early on in the game, he receives a large bruise on the left side of his forehead from one of the encounters with The Psycho. Depending on the player's actions he may gain a limp from running away from the Wendigo during Chapter 8, and may also get a bloody nose if the QTE to roll underneath a tree branch is failed.

Personality
Described as methodical, protective, and humorous, Chris' three highest base traits are charitable, funny and curious. He's very affable and has a witty sense of humor which can be off-putting to his friends. He's analytical, not one to believe in the occult, and isn't easily scared.Chris is also a lover of gadgets, and can't go long without looking at his phone screen. He dreams of being an app designer. He loves technology, and can't stand a place without internet access.

During the events of Until Dawn, it becomes obvious that he is very protective and truly cares for his friends as he insists on finding Sam and risks his life to rescue Josh. Depending on the player's choice, he may also sacrifice himself (though he is later shown to be fine) to save Ashley in one of the Psycho's traps.

Chris seems to have trouble confessing his real feelings towards his crush Ashley, making him the target for all the teasing by Josh.

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One Year Ago
It is apparent that Chris did not take part in the prank on Hannah as he is seen passed out on the kitchen counter across from Josh, presumably drunk as evidenced by the beer bottles surrounding them.