Watching options after The Summer I Turned Pretty concludes: Recommendations range from Outer Banks to Heartstopper
The summer of 2025 has seen a wave of captivating adaptations that delve into the heart of youthful romance, identity, family, and self-discovery. Let's take a closer look at some of the standout shows that have graced our screens.
First up, 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' concluded on September 17, wrapping up a season filled with love triangles and emotional growth. The series, based on Jenny Han's novels and available on Prime Video, follows Belly Conklin, played by Lola Tung, as she navigates her summer romance with both Conrad and Jeremiah. In the finale, Belly embarks on a new chapter in Paris, leaving fans eager to see what's next for her character.
If you're looking for more of Jenny Han's work, you'll be happy to know that her spin-off 'XO, Kitty' is now available on Netflix. This series, based on Han's book series 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before,' offers a different story but shares the same themes as 'The Summer I Turned Pretty.'
For those who enjoy a good mystery and romance, 'We Were Liars,' adapted from E Lockhart's bestselling novel, is expected to appeal to fans of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty.' This drama, scheduled for release on Prime Video, promises to deliver a compelling summer story with a twist.
If beach-based shows aren't your thing, there are still plenty of options to explore. 'Outer Banks,' a treasure-hunting teen drama on Netflix, is set along North Carolina's coast but shares similar themes of growth, love, and self-discovery with 'The Summer I Turned Pretty.'
For a heartwarming queer love story, look no further than 'Heartstopper,' available on Netflix. Based on Alice Oseman's graphic novels, this show offers a sweet and relatable take on identity, family, and self-discovery.
Lastly, 'Lincoln Heights,' a family drama on Hulu, explores themes of change, belonging, and young love, but it is not beach-based like 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' or 'Outer Banks.'
As we bid farewell to the summer of 2025, it's clear that the heart of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and other programs like 'We Were Liars' lies in combining youthful romance with themes of identity, family, and self-discovery. While no official continuation or spinoff of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' has been announced as of 2025, fans can look forward to more compelling stories in the future.
