What if somebody said there are 10 shows that serve you the same sunny, heart-fluttering, beachside romance feels as The Summer I Turned Pretty? Yes! For all the fans who just finished binging Belly’s love triangle drama and are staring at the screen like, “Now what?”, this list is your new obsession.
Grab your popcorn and get ready for more sweet summer escapes with love triangles, complicated friendships, and those awkward, beautiful moments we crave.
Don’t keep this to yourself and share it with a friend who binges teen rom-coms religiously.
Why So Many Fell for The Summer I Turned Pretty
It’s simple: the show feels like summer in a bottle. Gorgeous beachside views, sizzling romances, family drama, and that perfect mix of light and heavy emotions. Belly’s journey from teenage awkwardness to discovering what love really means made us all fall for the show.
The soundtrack? Taylor Swift level dreamy. The characters? Relatable and messy in the best way. And that vibe? Easy and breezy, but never shallow.
If you want more shows that serve up that exact combo, here’s the lineup.
1. My Life with the Walter Boys – Netflix
Think The Summer I Turned Pretty but turn the dial up on the family dynamics. After losing her parents, Jackie moves into a ranch with her mom’s best friend’s family and yup, there’s the classic love triangle with two hot brothers competing for her heart. The ranch setting adds a fresh spin, and every ep packs heartfelt moments mixed with teen drama. It’s the “summer at home” vibe that’s cozy but full of sparks.
2. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha – Netflix
If you’re craving romantic small-town charm, this Korean gem delivers big time. It’s about a dentist who moves to a seaside village and meets a super helpful and handsome handyman. The chemistry is off the charts, and the seaside setting echoes that lazy, perfect summer feel The Summer I Turned Pretty fans adore. Plus, it’s funny, sweet, and full of heart.
3. Outer Banks – Netflix
This one flips the script with a high-stakes treasure hunt in a coastal town, but the teenage romance and intense friendships make it a must-watch for belly’s crowd, too. Waves, sand, and secrets, what’s not to love? It’s more action-packed but still packs those summer beach vibes and emotional twists.
4. XO, Kitty – Netflix
A spin-off from To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, this show puts romance center-stage in a new city with laugh-out-loud moments and sweet love triangles. Kitty’s adventures in Korea are full of heart and awkward teen highs and lows, perfect if you loved the relatable and charming characters in The Summer I Turned Pretty.
5. We Were Liars – Hulu
If you like a little mystery mixed with your teen drama, We Were Liars delivers. Set in a wealthy family’s summer home, it’s about secrets, betrayal, and love. The aesthetic is dreamy but the story has twists, making it a compelling watch when you want a little more edge while keeping those summer vibes intact.
6. Dawson’s Creek – Streaming Platforms
Back before Instagram and TikTok, this was the teen romance blueprint. Set in a small town by the water, it’s all about messy friendships, love triangles, and growing pains that last. If you like The Summer I Turned Pretty for its nostalgic, classic vibes, then Dawson’s Creek is a must-see. Expect teen angst, heart-tugging monologues, and iconic moments.
7. Never Have I Ever – Netflix
High school, heartbreak, family drama, and self-discovery wrapped in equal parts humor and emotion. This show brings the messiness of teen life to the forefront but with lots of personality and heart. It’s fast-paced and clever, the perfect pick-me-up after a slow burn summer drama.
8. Summerland – Streaming Services
This early 2000s show is a hidden gem about a woman raising her niece and nephews in a beach town after a family tragedy. Full of heart, summer sunshine, and family drama, it’s the kind of show that gives the same cozy, nostalgic vibes that The Summer I Turned Pretty mastered.
9. Cruel Summer – Hulu
If you want a darker twist on teen summer drama, this one’s for you. It mixes suspense, romance, and secrets, set over multiple summers with shifting perspectives. The tension and mystery hook you in, plus the characters bring the emotional rollercoaster you crave.
10. Sweet Magnolias – Netflix
This show centers around friendship, love, and life in a small Southern town. It’s about women supporting each other through thick and thin, with light romance and family drama sprinkled throughout. While more adult than The Summer I Turned Pretty, it shares the heart and warmth fans love.
Why These Shows Nail The Same Vibe
Each of these shows shares something special with The Summer I Turned Pretty. Whether it’s the beachside settings, complicated love triangles, or the bittersweet coming-of-age journeys, they all pack that mix of nostalgia, first love, and sunshine-filled days.
These shows get the complexity of growing up right, messy emotions, flirty glances, heartbreak, and family drama. Plus, stunning landscapes and amazing soundtracks that pull you in deeper.
Let the Binge Begin Because Summer Magic Isn’t Over Yet
So here’s the deal: If The Summer I Turned Pretty stole your heart (and your weekend), these ten shows promise to fill your screen with the same magic. Some hit spun sugar sweet romantic highs, others add mystery or laughs. All are binge-worthy, easy to watch, and packed with that perfect summer mood.
Don’t keep this list a secret! Share it with your binge buddy or someone who needs a little sunshine in their streaming line-up.
Your New Summer Faves Are Waiting
The season of summer love and twists isn’t ending anytime soon. Keep the warmth, nostalgia, and excitement alive with these picks that make you feel like you’re sitting at the beach, heart on your sleeve, ready for whatever comes next.
Which one are you starting with? Or do you have a show that gave you identical vibes? Comment down below, share the love, and let’s keep the summer spirit going.
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