Carley Fortune’s Novel ‘This Summer Will Be Different’ is in Production at Netflix—Everything to Know About the Series!
Meet the stars of the Carley Fortune adaptation that is set to premiere on Netflix!
Key Takeaways
AI-generated summary reviewed by our editorial team.- Netflix began production on 'This Summer Will Be Different', set on Prince Edward Island.
- Sophie Nélisse and Roby Attal will lead a ten-episode Netflix series.
- Fans hope for a 2027 release, though Netflix hasn’t confirmed a date.
Get ready to head to Prince Edward Island because This Summer Will Be Different is officially in production! The adored Carley Fortune novel is her second to become a book-to-screen adaptation, and following the success of Every Year After on Prime Video, fans can’t wait to see these characters come to life. Find out everything there is to know about the upcoming Netflix series including who is set to star, what you can expect in terms of the plot and when it may be released!
What is ‘This Summer Will Be Different’ about?
The captivating novel, which was Fortune’s third contemporary romance, is a love story told over the course of several summers, similar to her debut, Every Summer After. However, this story takes place on Prince Edward Island, another place where Fortune spent time during her 20s.
The story follows Lucy, a woman who is visiting her best friend on Prince Edward Island but ends up falling for the one person she shouldn’t: her best friend’s brother, Felix. After discovering their undeniable connection the first summer, Lucy and Felix must spend every following summer together as well, all while keeping their feelings a secret.
Who will star in ‘This Summer Will Be Different’?
Starring as Lucy Ashby, the twenty-something who is navigating not only young adulthood but also a new romance, is Sophie Nélisse. The actress previously starred in Yellowjackets (2021-present) and Heated Rivalry (2025).
Felix “Wolf” Clark, Lucy’s love interest and Bridget’s brother, will be portrayed by Roby Attal, who has starred in Partner Track (2022) and The Sex Lives of College Girls (2024-2025). The role of Bridget Clark, Lucy’s best friend, will be portrayed by Francesca Reale, who you can see in Stranger Things (2019) and Do Revenge (2022).
Other cast members include Jordan Rodrigues as Miles Lam, Jude Wilson as Zach, Natalie Brown as Christine, James Tupper as Ken, Tom Barnett as Peter and Celia Owen as Joy. The series, which will consist of ten episodes on Netflix, is created by Dane Clark and Linsey Stewart.
When will ‘This Summer Will Be Different’ be released?
With the cast officially set for the series and fans eagerly waiting to meet Lucy and Felix on the small screen, the question of when it will be released is a big one. While Netflix has shared information about production officially beginning on the show, the release date is still a question mark. Fans are hopeful for a 2027 release date but nothing has been confirmed yet.
If you can’t wait for the series or you just want a refresher on the story, give the novel another read and fall back in love with Prince Edward Island while you wait! Stay tuned for more information about This Summer Will Be Different.
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