The Summer I Turned Pretty
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Movie Has Major Update — Everything We Know
Pack your bags because it’s time to head back to Cousins Beach.
Shortly after The Summer I Turned Pretty wrapped up its three-season run, fans got hit with a dose of incredible news—an official movie was in the works.
While there wasn’t a premiere date revealed at the time of the announcement, there’s now been a major movie update.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Filming
The Summer I Turned Pretty movie will begin filming this month!
On April 27, Lola Tung, Christopher Briney and Gavin Casalegno are set to start to start filming in Wilmington, NC, reprising their roles as Belly, Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher, per Deadline.
When Will The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Premiere?
Currently, there’s no premiere date, but the fact that they’ve started filming means that it’s not going to be an extremely long wait.
With the theme of Christmas playing a role in Belly and Conrad’s relationship throughout the years, it would be ideal to release it during winter 2026; however, that has not been confirmed.
In fact, writer Jenny Han, who is responsible for the novels of the same name, seemingly said it’s not possible to turn it around that quickly, telling TheWrap’s Power Women Summit on December 2, “I know that everyone hoped that it was coming out this Christmas, but that’s unfortunately not happening, not possible.”
She previously told Today in 2025 (following the third and final season finale): “We don’t know when it’s coming out, not next year. We still have to make it.”
If they don’t finish filming and editing in time for winter, an early 2027 release, or even summer 2027, is also an option!
The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Pay Drama Explained
Filming hasn’t even begun yet, but there’s already drama associated with the TSITP film when it comes to how much money everyone will take home. As excited as I am for a movie, I hate that this might taint the legacy—so maybe some things are better left alone?
Deadline revealed that the core cast, including Tung, Briney, Casalegno, Sean Kaufman and Rain Spencer are dealing with a salary issue.
The source noted that the main trio made anywhere from $35,000-$40,000 per episode in the earlier season, but began renegotiating salaries ahead of season 3, with talks “well underway” when they were asked to commit to a movie first.
Blindly agreeing to this was met with “resistance,” per the source, but they were told it was the only way to get salary bumps, which they all did. While the studio alleges everyone was on board, there are discrepancies about how everyone felt about the whole thing.
It’s reported that Tung was getting about $100,000 per episode, with the movie bringing “three episodic fees” so about $300,000, which is a pretty small sum for a famous actress leading a movie with an already established fanbase and guaranteed views. They may not have been known stars before the series, but they’re definitely household names now—and one of the main reasons the series was such a roaring success.
Further reports allege that they were denied salary increases upon request, so there may not be any promotional runs for the film if the behind-the-scenes drama continues during the three-month filming.
What Is The Summer I Turned Pretty Movie Plot About?
Many fans hope that there will be some moments from the book that did not make the cut for Season 3. Much of the third and final season focused on Belly’s decision to finally pick a Fisher brother. Spoiler alert, she finally picked Conrad Fisher, ending the love triangle between the brothers once and for all.
Fans were pretty disappointed that we didn’t get Belly and Conrad’s wedding, with many thinking that the moment would happen in the movie.
While nothing has been confirmed or denied yet, Han previously told the Today show that there “is another big milestone for Belly.”
“There is another big milestone left in Belly’s journey, and I thought only a movie could give it its proper due,” she expressed.
Naturally, the movie would also give fans insight into where everyone is in their adult lives—Conrad was studying to be a doctor, Jeremiah was pursuing a culinary career and a romance with Denise, and Taylor and Steven had plans to move to California.
A movie that brings them all back into each other’s orbit, back to Cousins, just like every summer when they were kids and teens, is only fitting. And for a wedding? Sounds like the perfect plot right there.
The account Deuxmoi teased that the film has an American Eagle brand collab again, with a lot of med/emt wardrobe requested, so Doctor Connie is likely going to be gracing our screens!
Paging Dr. Connie—ah, it has such a nice ring to it!
Every Year After
Prime Video’s ‘Every Year After’ Will Be This Summer’s Must-Watch Romance Drama for ‘TSITP’ Fans
We may not have Cousins this summer, but we do have the lakeside town of Barry’s Bay.
Prime Video is making sure fans have another enthralling summer romance to fill the void left by The Summer I Turned Pretty, seemingly finding the perfect follow-up to last summer’s obsession.
Every Year After, based on the bestselling novel Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, which spent 16 weeks at number one, just dropped a first-look trailer that will leave fans hooked.
When Does Every Year After Come Out?
What Is Every Year After About?
The synopsis for the series reads, “Two lifelong friends explore the enduring question, what if your first love was destined to be your soulmate?”
It’s perfect for fans of TSITP looking for a little summer escape, as it’s got two brothers, a love story, second chances and plenty of lust.
Based on the viral BookTok novel, the nostalgic story will unfold over the course of six summers, and one week at Barry’s Bay, focusing on Percy (Sadie Soverall), Sam (Matt Cornett) and Charlie Florek (Michael Bradway).
Every Year After Trailer
The trailer, released on Tuesday, May 12, reveals tension between Percy and brothers, Sam and Charlie, when she returns to town for their mother’s funeral.
“What am I doing back here?” Percy asks herself before blowing back into Sam and Charlie’s lives and realizing that their romantic connection never fizzled out, despite a mistake made over a decade ago.
Sam confesses, “Percy being here, it’s bad for me.”
But there is still something standing in the way of the former best friends turned lovers, as Sam has a girlfriend, Taylor.
“I spent years running from what I did,” Percy admits, as one scene finds Charlie telling her to go back to Seattle if she truly cares about Sam.
Cast of Every Year After
- Sadie Soverall as Percy Fraser
- Matt Cornett as Sam Florek
- Michael Bradway as Charlie Florek
- Aurora Perrineau as Chantal
- Abigail Cowen as Delilah
- Joseph Chiu as Jordie
- Elisha Cuthbert as Sue Florek
The Summer I Turned Pretty
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Movie Issues Urgent Plea to Fans Amid Filming Chaos
The Summer I Turned Pretty has officially begun filming the highly-anticipated movie.
And while fans are extremely excited to head back to Cousins Beach to reunite with Belly, Conrad and Jeremiah, the film’s production is issuing an urgent plea.
Taking to the series’ official Instagram account, a video, shot from above, revealed “Privacy Please,” written in the sand.
The caption elaborated a bit more, with the warning, “We love the excitement, but sharing locations and visiting set disrupts filming and creates real safety concerns for our cast and crew.”
It continued, “We’re working hard to create a protected bubble to make the best movie possible. Please help us protect the magic of Cousins until it’s ready to be shared. 💛”
View this post on Instagram
Of course, not only are there safety concerns, but fans showing up at all the spots and taking videos and leaking them online leads to spoilers ahead of the film’s release.
And why would anyone want to spoil this exciting moment?
Understandably, the production is getting a lot of attention as The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 had 70 million viewers across the first 70 days, per Amazon.
Fans were in agreement in the comments, writing, “Let’s just wait and appreciate the process ♥️” and “The fact that they have to ask for this is…insane? Let the people do their jobs! They want to make the movie just as badly as we want to see it!”
With production in full swing, there is not a set release date just yet, but many fans are hoping for the holidays, considering Belly and Conrad’s affinity for Christmas.
Either way, we can’t wait to see what the next chapter of the Fischer family brings—when it’s officially ready for us to see it.
Read more:
The Summer I Turned Pretty
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Drops ‘Christmas in Cousins’ Merch That You Need This Holiday Season
Christmas in Cousins never sounded more dreamy.
And now, The Summer I Turned Pretty fans have new merch to don while cozying up by the fire with that special someone (Conrad, obviously).
The comfy and cozy collection is shoppable now with items such as a mug that reads “Cocoa is my specialty” from Cousins Beach, a T-shirt with festive designs, including the Lifeguard tower where Conrad and Belly famously had plenty of eye-opening realizations, and two versions of a shirts (white and gray) with the most romantic line in cinema: “If there are infinite worlds, every version of me chooses you,” which also boasts the infinity symbol. The quote is also available on a tote bag.
But my personal favorite is the understated sweatshirt that simply reads “hey,” accented with a candy cane design—a nod to the scene where Conrad shows up with a candy cane in his mouth, excited to spend Christmas at the Cousins Beach house, unaware that Belly is there and while she mistakes him for an intruder.
— The Summer I Turned Pretty (@thesummeritp) December 18, 2025
Fans couldn’t get enough of the merch options, with one commenting on the show’s Instagram post, writing, “This merch is the cutest ever 😭 need everything,” as another exclaimed, “CHRISTMAS IS FOR TEAM CONRAD GIRLIES 😍😍😍😍😍😍🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹.”
“I want it all but what I really want is a Christmas special 👀👀👀👀👀,” another noted—and we’d love it if her Christmas wish came true!
Another had a major request, urging, “PLEASE MAKE A SNOWGLOBE! I absolutely love snowglobes!” There also seems to be a pretty big missed opportunity to offer up a Junior Mint bear, but maybe next season’s collection will deliver?
The mug is available on Amazon for $16.99, while the shirts and tote are $16.99 and the hoodie is $31.99.
Get yours now so they arrive in time for the holidays—and don’t forget to buy one for the Conrad girlie in your life!
Anna Pigeon2 weeks agoAnna Pigeon Season 1 Episode 8 Review: A Shocking Shooting Leaves [SPOILER’s] Life Hanging in the Balance
Anna Pigeon3 weeks agoAnna Pigeon Season 1 Episode 7 Review – The Three Matt Skweikis
TV7 days agoWhat Happened to Mae Green in ‘Ted Lasso’? Season 4 Episode 9 Plot Twist and Ending Explained
Hallmark3 weeks agoHallmark Unveils 2026 Countdown to Christmas Schedule—Including the Premiere Date for ‘Mistletoe Murders’ Season 3
News2 weeks agoWhen Does ‘All American’ End? Series Finale Date, Time and What to Expect
TV7 days agoWho Is Anthony Head in ‘Ted Lasso’? The Tribute Card at the End of Season 4 Episode 9 Explained
Christmas2 weeks agoGreat American Family’s 2026 Christmas Lineup Is Here Boasting 18 Holiday Films and the Biggest Stars—Including Candace Cameron Bure
What to Watch6 days agoIs There a New ‘Traitors: New Blood’ Episode Tonight (October 1, 2026)? Full NBC Release Schedule