Prime Video has confirmed that The Summer I Turned Pretty, the fan-favorite adaptation of Jenny Han’s bestselling novels, isn’t quite finished after all. Just hours after the emotional show finale dropped, the streamer revealed that the story will continue with a feature film. The project will serve as the official conclusion to Belly Conklin’s journey and give audiences one last chance to return to the world of Cousins Beach.
Jenny Han and the creative team are bringing fans a movie that will serve as the grand finale, officially wrapping up the story. Here’s everything we know so far.
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A new ending on the big screen
The announcement came on Wednesday, September 17, and made clear that this next chapter will not be another season but a film designed to close the circle. Jenny Han, who created the show and wrote the original trilogy, will make her feature directorial debut, co-writing the script with Sarah Kucserka. While no plot details have been revealed, the involvement of Han ensures that the film will stay true to the show’s distinctive voice and tone.
Han herself explained why a movie felt like the right choice. “There is another big milestone left in Belly’s journey, and I thought only a movie could give it its proper due”, she said in a statement. She added her gratitude to Prime Video for supporting her creative vision and making it possible to share this final chapter with the fans who have followed the series since its debut.
Prime Video’s reaction
The platform also highlighted the significance of the show in shaping Prime Video’s global audience. In a joint statement, Courtenay Valenti, head of film at Amazon MGM, and Vernon Sanders, then global head of television at Prime Video, praised The Summer I Turned Pretty for connecting with audiences worldwide. They called it “a global sensation” that delivered moments of joy, nostalgia, and connection for fans around the globe.
According to the executives, partnering again with Jenny Han to deliver a concluding film felt like the natural way to honor both the story and its dedicated community of fans.
Indeed, the reaction was immediate and overwhelmingly positive. Comments filled with excitement included: “This is exactly what we needed!”, “Thank you Jenny Han!”, “I can’t believe it!”
The finale and the promise of more
The news arrives at a moment when viewers are still processing the events of the series finale. The final episode wrapped up Belly’s arc in a way that felt definitive, but it also left traces of longing for more time in this world. Han even acknowledged this in a handwritten letter shown during the credits, thanking audiences for their support and hinting at the possibility of a return with the line, “Maybe we’ll meet again one summer in Cousins.” That quiet suggestion has now become a reality, with the feature film officially set to serve as the story’s last chapter.
While details about filming or release timing have not yet been confirmed, the move from small screen to big screen ensures that The Summer I Turned Pretty will go out on its own terms. For fans who have followed Belly, Conrad, Jeremiah, and the Fisher family through seasons of heartbreak, growth, and discovery, this movie represents the long-awaited final act.
[Spoiler alert!] What the finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty left us with
The series finale, while appearing to close the story, gave fans the long-awaited moment of Belly and Conrad finally ending up together. But for those who stayed through the credits, there was a surprise: a slideshow photo album showing Belly and Conrad spending Christmas in Paris. While it felt like a sweet glimpse of their future, it was actually a teaser of more to come — confirmed the very next day with the announcement of the movie!
Whether you’ve followed Belly from the beginning, or are just joining her journey, the feature film promises the perfect mix of nostalgia, emotion, and closure. As the big screen prepares to welcome fans one last time, keep an eye out for updates, exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses, and all the latest news.
In the meantime, dive into the full show on Prime Video and relive every unforgettable moment!