What to Expect in ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Season 3: Renewal Updates and More
May 24, 2024After its debut, Season 2 of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” garnered immense viewership and anticipation for its subsequent installment. Therefore, this comprehensive article provides all essential details regarding Season 3 of the series, including renewal updates, potential cast members, release date, filming locations, and hints about a potential spin-off.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty” is an American romantic drama series on Amazon Prime, adapted from a trilogy novel of the same name. Premiering on June 17, 2022, the show has received global acclaim for its coming-of-age theme. Following a successful first season, the series returned for its second installment in July 2023, becoming a sensation in the realm of web series. The premiere of Season 2 heightened fans’ expectations for a third season, and this article delves into the details.
Renewal and Release Date Updates for “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 3:
Season 2 of the American series emerged as a major hit, leading to its renewal for a third season. The announcement came on August 3, 2023, amid praises from critics for the show’s second season. Vernon Sanders, the head of television at Amazon, expressed gratitude to fans for their love and announced the renewal, stating,
“We’re thrilled by the overwhelming enthusiasm fans have shown for ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,’ turning Summer Fridays into an entertainment sensation. This captivating and deeply emotional series has resonated with a wide audience, attracting a diverse and youthful viewership. Jenny Han’s storytelling prowess has sparked eager anticipation for the next chapter in this tale. Today, we’re excited to announce that fans can eagerly anticipate more Summer adventures ahead.”
While the renewal is confirmed, the release dates for Season 3 are yet to be announced. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Gavin Casalegno provided an update, stating,
“I think we’re filming in March. I have zero idea of a script. I don’t even know. It could even be, like, filming in October or July. I’m just going off rumors. Sometime this year. Hopefully soon. I hope so. That’s all I got for you.”
Hence, based on this information, it is plausible to expect Season 3 to premiere by late 2024 or early 2025.
Filming Locations and Cast for Season 3:
Although the production status is pending confirmation, Season 3 is set to be filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina, continuing the tradition of previous seasons. The filming locations include Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Wrightsville Beach.
The cast for Season 3 includes familiar faces from previous seasons:
- Lola Tung as Isabel “Belly” Conklin
- Jackie Chung as Laurel Park
- Rachel Blanchard as Susannah Fisher
- Christopher Briney as Conrad Fisher
- Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah Fisher
- Sean Kaufman as Steven Conklin
- Alfredo Narciso as Cleveland Castillo (season 1 – guest season 2)
- Minnie Mills as Shayla (season 1)
- Colin Ferguson as John Conklin
- Tom Everett Scott as Adam Fisher
- Rain Spencer as Taylor Madison Jewel (season 2; recurring season 1)
- Elsie Fisher as Skye (season 2)
- Kyra Sedgwick as Julia (season 2)
Where to Watch and Episode Count for Season 3:
Season 3 of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” will premiere on Amazon Prime, following the pattern of previous seasons. The forthcoming season will consist of 10 episodes, as revealed by Jenny Han in an Instagram post, two more than the previous season.
Potential for Season 4 and Spin-off:
As Season 3 is based on the final series of Jenny Han’s trilogy novel, it is anticipated to be the concluding installment. However, neither Amazon Prime nor the creators have officially announced this. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Casalegno expressed excitement for Season 3, hinting at a fulfilling conclusion to the story as envisioned by Han.
Furthermore, speculation about a spin-off for the series has surfaced. Vernon Sanders hinted at surprises from Jenny Han, suggesting potential for more beyond Season 3.
In conclusion, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 3 promises to continue the heartfelt storytelling that has captivated audiences, with potential for surprises and expansions beyond its anticipated conclusion.
