A Surprise Announcement After the Finale
Just as fans were bidding a bittersweet farewell to Cousins Beach, author and creator Jenny Han delivered a stunning surprise. Following the series finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty on September 17, 2025, Prime Video officially confirmed that the story is not over. The beloved saga will conclude with a feature-length film, promising to give Belly Conklin’s journey the epic send-off it deserves.
The news broke in spectacular fashion during the show’s finale red carpet celebration in Paris. The official Instagram account for the series shared a photo of stars Lola Tung and Christopher Briney posing before a theater marquee that read “The Summer I Turned Pretty: The Movie,” sending the fanbase into a frenzy. Prime Video quickly followed with a formal press release confirming the movie is in development.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty has struck a chord with audiences everywhere, creating moments of joy, nostalgia, and connection that have made it a global sensation,” said Courtenay Valenti, head of film at Amazon MGM Studios, and Vernon Sanders, Global Head of Television, in a joint statement. “We couldn’t be more excited to partner again with Jenny Han to bring fans an unforgettable next chapter.”
What Will the Movie Be About?
While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, Jenny Han, who will write and direct the film, has offered a tantalizing clue. “There is another big milestone left in Belly’s journey, and I thought only a movie could give it its proper due,” Han stated in the official announcement. “I’m so grateful to Prime Video for continuing to support my vision for this story and for making it possible to share this final chapter with the fans.”
Fans of the original book trilogy believe this milestone is the one major event from the novels that was absent from the series finale: the epilogue of We’ll Always Have Summer, which details the wedding of Belly and Conrad. The series concluded with the couple reunited but stopped short of their marriage, a detail that left some viewers feeling the story was incomplete. The movie appears poised to provide that final piece of closure, finally bringing their tumultuous love story to its happily-ever-after.
Returning to Cousins Beach: Cast and Crew
Continuity will be key for the film, with the core creative team and cast set to return to bring the story to a close.
- Jenny Han: The visionary behind the story will serve as both writer and director.
- Main Cast: Lola Tung (Belly) and Christopher Briney (Conrad) are confirmed to reprise their roles. Gavin Casalegno (Jeremiah) is also expected to return.
- Production Team: Han will be joined by executive producers Sarah Kucserka, Karen Rosenfelt, Paul Lee, Hope Hartman, and Mads Hansen. The film is a co-production from Amazon Studios and wiip.
Actor Christopher Briney hinted that fans will “see a side of [Conrad] they’ve been waiting for,” further fueling excitement for the film’s emotional conclusion.
Release Date and Production Details
As of now, an official release date for The Summer I Turned Pretty: The Movie has not been announced. However, sources reported by digitaltrendstoday.com indicate that production is slated to begin in late 2025. This timeline projects a potential release on Prime Video sometime in 2026. The film will be a streaming-exclusive event, building on the massive success of the series, whose third season premiere drew an impressive 25 million viewers worldwide in its first week.
For fans who have followed Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah through three seasons of sun-drenched summers, heartbreak, and growth, the upcoming film promises a nostalgic and heartfelt final chapter. The return to Cousins Beach will be more than just a movie; it will be the culmination of a story that has captured hearts around the globe.
