'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Final Season Features Changes, Surprises, Heartbreak

The final season of Prime Video's adaptation of Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty, premiering on July 16, promises surprises and significant departures from the original book trilogy, particularly the last novel, We’ll Always Have Summer. The story continues two years after Season 2, focusing on Belly and Jeremiah's relationship while the complicated love triangle with Conrad remains unresolved, aiming to deliver a satisfying but emotionally complex ending for fans of both brothers. The show's stars, Lola Tung, Gavin Casalegno, and Christopher Briney, emphasize that the season will defy expectations and keep viewers guessing. Off-screen, the cast shares strong personal bonds mirroring their on-screen relationships, with close friendships among the main actors enhancing the show's authenticity. Notably, the series has introduced new characters and storylines, such as Cleveland Castillo, who does not appear in the books but plays a pivotal role in Conrad's emotional development, illustrating the show's creative adaptations beyond the source material. These changes and the upcoming season's emotional depth continue to engage a devoted fanbase eager for the conclusion of this beloved summer romance saga.