Show Similar To The Summer I Turned Pretty

You know that feeling when you finish a show and immediately need like five more just to get over it? That's exactly what happens after watching The Summer I Turned Pretty. It's beachy, it's romantic, it's absolutely devastating in the best way possible — and now you're stuck at 2 AM wondering what to watch next.

Don't worry, I've been there, scrolling through streaming services at an unreasonable hour like it's my second job. Here are some shows that hit that same sweet spot — first loves, messy friendships, summer vibes, and the kind of drama that makes you yell at your TV.

Greek (2007–2011)

If The Summer I Turned Pretty were a college campus, it would probably look a lot like Greek. Think sweaty fraternity parties, complicated love triangles, and characters who have absolutely no idea what they're doing — which is honestly most of us in our twenties.

Rusty is the wholesome guy you root for, Casey is the sister figuring herself out, and there's always a relationship blowing up when you least expect it. It's the perfect binge if you want to relive the chaos of being young and completely overwhelmed.

Athletic Greek (Grown-ish)

A to Z (2014–2015)

A to Z is basically your rom-com plate that never made it past the pilot stage — and that's a tragedy. The entire show runs on the timeline of a relationship from start to finish, but you already know it ends. Knowing it ends is somehow even more heartbreaking.

It's light, it's silly, and it's got that same "will they or won't they" energy that makes you keep watching. Even if the show didn't last long, it's a quick and sweet watch that scratches the romantic itch perfectly.

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You Me Her (2015–2019)

Okay, this one's a little bit of a spicy twist on the classic summer romance formula. You Me Her follows a couple who decides to shake things up — and then accidentally falls in love with someone else. It's messy, awkward, and honestly, very relatable if you've ever made a decision at 3 AM that you questioned the next morning.

Road Trip Romance Vibes

The Last Summer (2019)

Netflix's The Last Summer screams "summer before everything changes" energy — and that might sound familiar. Group of friends, final hurrah before adulthood hits like a truck, and at least one relationship that's hanging by a thread. Sound familiar? Yeah, thought so.

It's not quite as emotional as The Summer I Turned Pretty, but it hits enough of the same notes to feel like you're watching a sequel. Plus, the beach scenes are pretty enough to pretend you're on vacation instead of on your couch.

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Surviving Summer (2022–2024)

This gem follows a city girl who ends up in a tiny beach town after being sent away from home — and yeah, things get interesting fast. Between surfer boys, family secrets, and enough drama to fuel an entire summer, it'll remind you of what made The Summer I Turned Pretty so addictive. It's got that ocean breeze, unresolved tension, and a main character who's just trying to figure life out — which is basically all of us.

Small Town Heartbreak Energy

Outer Banks (2020–present)

Let's be real — Outer Banks has been compared to just about every teen drama on the planet, and honestly? It deserves some of those comparisons. It's got friendship loyalty that goes way too deep, treasure hunts that make zero logical sense, and love triangles more complicated than your LinkedIn connections.

If you want that same "I'm emotionally invested in these people's lives" feeling with extra action thrown in, this is your jam. Just don't get too attached — the show will absolutely take your feelings and throw them off a cliff.

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Ginny & Georgia (2021–present)

Ginny & Georgia is less "beach town romance" and more "complex mother-daughter drama," but it absolutely scratches the itch for emotional chaos. There are secrets, teen relationships, and enough plot twists to keep you gasping between episodes. If The Summer I Turned Pretty was a warm summer evening, this show is a thunderstorm — and you'll love every loud second of it.

The Binge Is Real

Look, there's no substitute for the actual show when you've already watched it four times — we've all been there, and we don't judge. But when the credits hit and you're sitting there in silence, texting your group chat "I need more shows like this NOW," at least you'll have options.

So grab your blanket, charge the remote, and let yourself fall into another world. Because life's too short to not have five shows waiting in the queue. 💛