11 Episodes, One Final Choice: Everything We Know About The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Episodes, Plot, And Release Schedule
The highly anticipated final chapter of the Belly-Conrad-Jeremiah love triangle is officially set. As of today, December 22, 2025, Amazon Prime Video has confirmed that The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 will deliver an extended, emotional farewell with a total of 11 episodes, an increase from the previous seasons. This definitive season, based on Jenny Han’s third novel, We’ll Always Have Summer, promises to answer the question that has divided fans since the series began: who does Belly Conklin ultimately choose? The stakes are higher than ever, with plot details pointing towards an intense, two-year time jump and a shocking engagement.
The journey back to Cousins Beach is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2025, ensuring that the series stays true to its core theme. Fans should prepare for a weekly emotional rollercoaster, as the 11-episode schedule means a longer, more drawn-out conclusion to the beloved series. Below is the complete, up-to-date guide to the episode count, release schedule, confirmed cast, and the dramatic plot twists awaiting Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah Fisher.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Cast, Episode Count, and Premiere Schedule
The third season marks the final installment of the TV adaptation, concluding the story arc from Jenny Han's trilogy. The production team has confirmed an increase in episode count, giving the narrative more room to breathe and adapt the complex plot of the third book, We’ll Always Have Summer. This season will be a true summer event, running from mid-July through the beginning of September.
Official Season 3 Episode Schedule and Release Date
The final season will consist of 11 episodes, up from Season 1's seven and Season 2's eight. This extended run is a major win for fans, allowing for a deeper exploration of the characters' lives two years after the events of Season 2.
- Premiere Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
- Premiere Format: Two-episode launch on the first day.
- Weekly Release: New episodes will drop every Wednesday.
- Finale Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 (Episode 11)
The time slot for new episodes will follow the established pattern, releasing at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET on Prime Video, ensuring fans on the East Coast can start watching the moment they drop.
The Returning and New Cousins Beach Cast
The central trio is confirmed to return, alongside the core ensemble that makes up the Conklin and Fisher families. The emotional weight of the final season will rest heavily on the shoulders of the main cast, who are all reprising their roles.
Main Returning Cast:
- Lola Tung as Isabel 'Belly' Conklin
- Christopher Briney as Conrad Fisher
- Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah Fisher
- Jackie Chung as Laurel Conklin
- Sean Kaufman as Steven Conklin
- Rain Spencer as Taylor
- Elsie Fisher as Skye (expected to return)
New and Confirmed Supporting Cast Members:
Season 3 will introduce several new characters crucial to the dramatic events of We'll Always Have Summer. The confirmed new cast additions include:
- Sofia Bryant
- Lily Donoghue
- Zoé de Grand'Maison
- Emma Ishta
- Tanner Zagarino
- Isabella Briggs as Denise
The Shocking Plot of Season 3: Engagement, Time Jump, and the Final Choice
The third season will adapt the final book in Jenny Han's trilogy, We’ll Always Have Summer, and the plot is the most dramatic yet. The core premise is a significant time jump and a life-altering decision that forces Belly to confront her "first love" versus her "safe love" once and for all.
Two Years Later: Where We Find Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah
The new season picks up approximately two years after the Season 2 finale, where Belly chose to be with Jeremiah. This time jump is critical, as it establishes Belly and Jeremiah's relationship as serious and long-term, moving beyond the initial rebound phase. Belly is now preparing for college and navigating a life where she is officially committed to Jeremiah, having seemingly put her feelings for Conrad Fisher behind her.
The events are set in motion by a shocking plot point: Belly accepts a marriage proposal from Jeremiah Fisher. This decision, made at the tender age of eighteen, is the central conflict of the season. The immediate response from her mother, Laurel Conklin, and the disapproval from the Fisher family highlight the immense pressure on Belly.
Conrad’s Confession and the Wedding Drama
The impending wedding forces Conrad to finally confront his true feelings. The book’s plot, which the show is expected to closely follow, sees Conrad realizing that he must tell Belly he loves her now or lose her forever. His intervention, coupled with the immense stress of planning a wedding while still in college, throws Belly's decision into chaos.
- The Engagement: Belly and Jeremiah decide to make things "forever" early in the season.
- The Conflict: The wedding plans are fraught with tension, creating a dramatic backdrop for the love triangle.
- Conrad's Move: Conrad is forced to act, confronting Belly with his feelings and the past they share at Cousins Beach.
The entire season builds towards the inevitable conclusion of the love triangle. The 11 episodes will meticulously detail the emotional fallout, the struggle between the brothers, and Belly's journey to her final, definitive choice. The ending will finally reveal whether Belly’s heart truly belongs to her first love, Conrad, or the stability and comfort she found with Jeremiah.
Topical Authority: Key Entities and Themes to Expect
To fully appreciate the depth of the final season, understanding the key entities and themes that will drive the plot is essential. The narrative is rich with LSI (Latent Semantic Indexing) keywords that reinforce the show's topical authority.
The Final Entities and Themes:
- The Trilogy Conclusion: The show is a direct adaptation of Jenny Han's final novel, We’ll Always Have Summer.
- The Fisher Family Legacy: The shadow of Susannah Fisher and her vision for the children continues to influence their decisions.
- Cousins Beach: The iconic setting will once again be the emotional epicenter, hosting the major events, including the proposed wedding.
- Belly's Final Choice: The ultimate resolution of the "Team Conrad" vs. "Team Jeremiah" debate.
- College and Adulthood: The time jump means the characters are now dealing with adult problems, including college, careers, and serious commitment.
- First Love vs. True Love: The central theme explores whether the intensity of first love (Conrad) can overcome the security of a mature relationship (Jeremiah).
With an extended 11-episode run and a plot that includes an engagement and a final, heartbreaking confrontation, The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 is set to be the most dramatic and talked-about season yet. Mark your calendars for July 16, 2025, to witness the beginning of the end of the beloved summer saga.
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