Importance Score: 7 / 100 🟠
View gallery
The highly anticipated The Summer I Turned Pretty series is set to return for season 3, promising more captivating summer adventures. Renewed on August 3 prior to its season 2 finale, the Prime Video show’s upcoming season will feature 10 episodes—an increase from previous seasons. This renewal has generated significant buzz, with fans eager to delve deeper into Belly’s romantic entanglements.
“We’ve been delighted to witness the enthusiastic response from viewers to The Summer I Turned Pretty, transforming Summer Fridays into a cultural phenomenon,” stated Vernon Sanders, head of television, Amazon and MGM Studios. “This engaging and deeply emotional series has resonated widely, capturing the attention of a young and diverse audience. Jenny Han‘s exceptional storytelling has left fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter. Today, we’re excited to announce that they can anticipate even more summer adventures.” Sanders also extended gratitude to Jenny Han, Sarah Kucserka, and Karen Rosenfelt, as well as their partners at wiip, for their outstanding contributions and collaboration.
After the conclusion of season 2, anticipation is building regarding news for TSITP season 3. One prominent question is whether the third season might be the final installment. Here’s the latest on season 3 updates.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Release Date
Fans can mark their calendars for July 16, 2025, as The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 is scheduled to premiere then. Prime Video verified the season’s formal approval before the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.
The streaming platform also indicated that production for season 3 would proceed once labor discussions with these organizations concluded.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Cast Members
The main cast of The Summer I Turned Pretty is likely to be back for season 3, including Lola Tung as Belly, Christopher Briney as Conrad, Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah, Sean Kaufman as Steven, Rain Spencer as Taylor, David Iacono as Cam, and Jackie Chung as Laurel.
In the show’s second season, Kyra Sedgwick and Elsie Fisher were introduced as Aunt Julia and Skye, respectively — Susannah’s sister and non-binary niece. Throughout their time with Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah in Cousins Beach, Skye became part of the crew, aided the boys in saving their home, and shared their first kiss with Cam. Although Julia and Skye departed from Cousins in the seventh episode of season 2, Julia implied they were always reachable, hinting at a potential comeback in season 3.
Despite her death in season 2, Susannah continues to be a key part of the show’s emotional core. Rachel Blanchard featured in flashbacks all through the season and, given the character’s importance, it is possible to see Susannah again in season 3.
Will Season 3 Be the Concluding Act?
Each season of the show The Summer I Turned Pretty draws its narrative from Jenny Han’s acclaimed book series. The second season was inspired by It’s Not Summer Without You, while season 3 will largely adapt We’ll Always Have Summer—the trilogy’s concluding book.
As the announcement of the release date confirmed that it would serve as the final chapter of the series, and follow the outline of the original trilogy, yes, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 will be the final season of the popular Prime Video series.
“I’m eager to provide fans with the iconic moments they expect from the third book and also surprise and delight them,” Jenny shared with Deadline about the season 2 finale. She also told The Hollywood Reporter, “I believe viewers can anticipate Belly truly coming into her own and developing in numerous aspects.”
The author/showrunner acknowledged possible deviations when adapting books for television, leading fans to ponder whether Belly’s ultimate choice could alter. “It’s somewhat of a juggling challenge because I really had to reconcile fan expectations with the show’s creative trajectory and find that balance. My main goal has always been for book readers to feel fulfilled by the story we’re telling while realizing that this is an adaptation in a new format, rendering it not necessarily identical. These two factors consistently weigh on my mind,” Jenny revealed to Variety in 2022.
Review of The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 Finale
The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 became one of the biggest sensations of the summer. Each week, viewers eagerly tuned in to observe and interpret every detail, notably the incorporation of Taylor Swift music.
During the season 2 finale, Belly faced a critical decision involving Jeremiah and Conrad. Due to his grief over his mother’s passing, Conrad ended his relationship with Belly, bringing her and Jeremiah closer. Their feelings grew as Conrad appeared indifferent. Jeremiah urged his brother to be honest with Belly, and Conrad confessed his enduring love for her. However, he retracted his words after Belly chose Jeremiah.
Conrad departed for Cousins Beach, providing Jeremiah and Belly with a fresh start. “I always envisioned forever with one specific boy. In my dreams, my future seemed certain and secure. This isn’t how I pictured it,” Belly reflected in the final moments of season 2. “The future is uncertain, yet still mine.”