Fans of the beloved romantic drama, The Summer I Turned Pretty, are eagerly diving into its highly anticipated third and final season. Based on Jenny Han’s bestselling book trilogy, the series continues to explore themes of first love, heartbreak, and the transformative magic of summer, all centered around the enduring love triangle between Isabel “Belly” Conklin and the Fisher brothers, Conrad and Jeremiah.
Premiere and Episode Schedule
The third season of The Summer I Turned Pretty officially premiered on Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, with the release of its first two episodes. Following this initial drop, new episodes will be released weekly every Wednesday at 3 a.m. ET/midnight PT. The season, which consists of 11 episodes, is set to conclude with its grand finale on September 17, 2025. This weekly release schedule marks a shift from previous seasons, building anticipation for each new installment.
Here’s the full Season 3 episode schedule:
- Episode 3: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
- Episode 4: Wednesday, July 30, 2025
- Episode 5: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
- Episode 6: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
- Episode 7: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Episode 8: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
- Episode 9: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
- Episode 10: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Episode 11 (Finale): Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The Enduring Love Triangle
At its core, The Summer I Turned Pretty revolves around Belly (Lola Tung) and her complicated romantic entanglements with brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah Fisher (Gavin Casalegno). The second season concluded with Belly choosing to be with Jeremiah, but the lingering feelings for Conrad, her first love, continue to weave through the narrative. As the final season unfolds, viewers will witness Belly navigate these complex emotions and ultimately decide which brother truly holds her heart, fulfilling the show’s official logline: “Summer will never be the same…”
Cast and Production Insights
The main cast, including Lola Tung as Belly, Christopher Briney as Conrad, and Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah, return for the final season. They are joined by Jackie Chung as Laurel Park (Belly’s mother) and Sean Kaufman as Steven Conklin (Belly’s older brother). Rain Spencer also returns as Taylor Jewel, Belly’s best friend. Season 3 introduces new faces to Cousins Beach, with Isabella Briggs joining as Denise and Kristen Connolly as Lucinda Jewel. Additionally, Sofia Bryant (Anika), Lily Donoghue (Lacie Barone), Zoé de Grand’Maison (Agnes), Emma Ishta, and Tanner Zagarino (Redbird) will appear in recurring roles.
The series is created by Jenny Han, who also serves as co-showrunner alongside Sarah Kucserka. Production for the third season faced delays due to the Writers Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes in 2023 but officially commenced filming on May 14, 2024, in the Wilmington, North Carolina area, where previous seasons were also shot.
A Phenomenal Impact
Since its debut, The Summer I Turned Pretty has garnered significant attention and a dedicated fanbase. The show’s success has had a notable impact beyond the screen; all three books in Jenny Han’s trilogy soared to the top spots on Amazon’s Best Sellers list, with It’s Not Summer Without You reaching number one. The series has also been a boon for featured artists, with some experiencing up to a 6,000% increase in song sales. Notably, Taylor Swift’s album Lover saw a resurgence, re-entering the Billboard 200 chart after several of its songs were featured in the series. The show’s immense social media presence is evident, with the hashtag #TheSummerITurnedPretty accumulating over 13.8 billion views on TikTok.
Amazon Prime Video reported that Season 2 was its second most-viewed series to date among women aged 18-34, only behind Rings of Power, and was the most-completed series in that demographic. The show’s popularity was further cemented when it won the Bingeworthy Show of the Year at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, highlighting its significant cultural footprint.
As the final chapter unfolds, viewers can expect a poignant conclusion to Belly’s journey of self-discovery, love, and navigating the complexities of growing up in the magical setting of Cousins Beach. To watch, a Prime Video subscription is required, which is included with an Amazon Prime membership, starting at $14.99 a month or $139 annually.
