All caught up on the latest romantic hi-jinks unfolding between Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah on Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, but still craving more soapy teen drama goodness? We’ve got a list of recommendations that should satisfy even the most diehard fans.
The popular Amazon series, based on Jenny Han’s novel trilogy of the same name, is just a few weeks away from its third season finale and things have become more complicated than ever between Belly and the Fisher brothers.
While you wait for new episodes to release, we recommend checking out this list of TV shows available to binge right now…and many of them have love triangles to rival the central one in The Summer I Turned Pretty!
Keep reading to see the 10 best shows like The Summer I Turned Pretty you should watch right now…
1. The O.C.
Where to Watch: Hulu
The O.C. is a quintessential early 2000s teen drama set in Orange County, California, following outsider Ryan Atwood (Benjamin McKenzie) as he tries to fit in with the rich kids residing in Newport Beach. There’s plenty of romance and friendship drama to keep viewers entertained and the iconic soundtrack highlights the show’s most memorable moments.
2. We Were Liars
Where to Watch: Prime Video
An idyllic summer vacation takes a dark turn when teenage Cadence Sinclair (Emily Alyn Lind) begins to suspect that her friends and family are hiding something from her. Perfect for those who want something darker and more psychological than The Summer I Turned Pretty.
We Were Liars was based on the book by E. Lockhart and fans are hopeful it will be renewed for Season 2, which could follow the prequel novel, Family of Liars.
3. One Tree Hill
Where to Watch: Hulu
Half-brothers Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan Scott (James Lafferty) navigate basketball, rivalry, and love all in their small North Carolina town. Starting in high school and spanning to adulthood across nine seasons and over 100 episodes, One Tree Hill will keep you entertained for a long time.
4. All American
Where to Watch: Netflix
Inspired by the true story of NFL player Spencer Paysinger, All American follows a teenage version of the all-star athlete (Daniel Ezra) as he becomes one of the best football players at Beverly Hills High after being recruited from South Crenshaw. Coming from a working-class neighborhood, Spencer is a fish-out-of-water in Beverly Hills and the show highlights his struggles to assimilate into this privileged community.
All American has often been favorably compared to One Tree Hill for its grounded storytelling and expert handling of coming-of-age themes, something that will also appeal to The Summer I Turned Pretty fans.
5. To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
Where to Watch: Netflix
While not a television show, the trilogy of Netflix Original films started by To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before centers on a charming teen romance between Lara Jean (Lana Condor) and Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo). Like The Summer I Turned Pretty, these movies were based on Jenny Han‘s books.
6. XO, Kitty
Where to Watch: Netflix
A spin-off Netflix Original series following Kitty Song-Covey (Anna Cathcart) from To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before as she embarks on a new journey full of love and adventure while attending school in Korea. This romantic comedy series was created by Jenny Han and has a similar charm that is sure to appeal to The Summer I Turned Pretty fans.
7. The Vampire Diaries
Where to Watch: Netflix
A love triangle between one woman and two brothers is at the heart of this beloved supernatural show. Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) finds herself torn between two vampire brothers, Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder), while simultaneously discovering long-held secrets buried deep in her town of Mystic Falls.
8. My Life with the Walter Boys
Where to Watch: Netflix
New York teen Jackie Howard (Nikki Rodriguez) moves to rural Colorado after a family tragedy and ends up living with a family of boys. As she adjusts to her new life, love triangles and self-discovery unfold.
Much like The Summer I Turned Pretty, it explores themes of grief, growing up, and complicated romance, particularly the tension of falling for two very different boys in a close-knit setting.
Learn more about My Life with the Walter Boys season 2!
9. Outer Banks
Where to Watch: Netflix
A high-stakes teen adventure set against the sunny backdrop of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, this Netflix series follows a tight-knit group of friends known as the Pogues. Outer Banks makes the most of its beachy setting, with coastal escapades and thrilling romances.
10. Ginny & Georgia
Where to Watch: Netflix
The saga of teenage Ginny (Antonia Gentry) and her mom Georgia (Brianne Howey) who move to a quaint New England town for a fresh start. But it doesn’t take long for the dark secrets of Georgia’s past to catch up to them and threaten to upend their new lives. Like a modern-day Gilmore Girls with a lot more drama.
Here’s who we think won’t be back for Ginny & Georgia season 2.
