Under the twinkling Cousins Beach stars, two brothers stand shoulder to shoulder, their laughter ringing out like echoes from simpler times—but a single, loaded glance from Belly Conklin could shatter the fragile peace they’ve rebuilt. Jeremiah’s infectious smile conceals a secret that’s been festering all season, while Conrad’s hidden letters blaze with unspoken truths that could ignite everything. Will the unbreakable Fisher bond survive the weight of her ultimate choice? The trailer for The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Episode 11 just dropped, and it’s ripping fans’ hearts to shreds with its emotional intensity and cliffhanger teases. As the season barrels toward its explosive conclusion, the question lingers: Who’s walking away from the love triangle forever, and who’s staying to weather the storm? Prime Video unleashed this gut-punch of a preview yesterday, sending the fandom into a spiral of tears, theories, and heated debates. Dive into the drama with us below, watch the trailer now, and share your thoughts in the comments—who do you think emerges victorious, or broken?

For those who’ve been living under a rock (or perhaps avoiding the emotional minefield that is this show), The Summer I Turned Pretty is the Prime Video sensation adapted from Jenny Han’s YA trilogy, a sun-soaked tale of love, loss, and growing pains set against the idyllic backdrop of Cousins Beach. Lola Tung shines as Belly, the girl whose summers at the Fisher family beach house have evolved from childhood games to a tumultuous love triangle with brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Season 1 hooked us with Belly’s coming-of-age glow-up and first crushes; Season 2 deepened the heartache with Susannah Fisher’s (Rachel Blanchard) battle with cancer and the brothers’ fracturing relationship. Now, in Season 3—which premiered on June 19, 2025, and has been dropping episodes weekly—this adaptation of We’ll Always Have Summer has ramped up the stakes, exploring engagement, betrayal, and the harsh realities of young adulthood.

With 11 episodes in total (a bump from previous seasons’ 8 and 10), Season 3 has been a rollercoaster. We’ve seen Belly and Conrad’s rekindled romance tested by distance and doubt, Jeremiah’s rebound flings masking deeper pain, and the lingering shadow of Susannah’s death forcing everyone to confront their futures. Episode 10 left us on a knife’s edge: Belly discovering Jeremiah’s secret involvement in a family dispute over the beach house, Conrad’s emotional walls cracking as he writes unsent letters pouring out his soul, and a tense family gathering where old wounds reopen. Showrunner Jenny Han, in a pre-season interview with Entertainment Weekly, promised that this finale would “honor the books while adding layers for the screen,” and if the trailer is any indication, Episode 11 is set to deliver a payoff that’s equal parts satisfying and soul-crushing.

Clocking in at just over two minutes, the trailer is a symphony of suspense, edited with the precision of a thriller and scored to a poignant remix of Taylor Swift’s “The Last Great American Dynasty” (fitting, given the show’s Swift-heavy soundtrack history). It opens under those iconic Cousins Beach stars, the camera panning across a bonfire where Conrad and Jeremiah stand side by side, clinking beers and laughing—a rare moment of brotherly camaraderie that harks back to Season 1’s carefree vibes. But the illusion shatters as Belly approaches, her eyes locking with theirs in a glance loaded with unspoken tension. The voiceover, delivered in Lola Tung’s vulnerable timbre, sets the tone: “We’ve shared every summer, every secret… but some choices don’t leave room for all of us.”

From there, the trailer dives into Jeremiah’s hidden turmoil. Gavin Casalegno’s Jere has been the season’s wildcard—charming, impulsive, and nursing a broken heart after Belly’s rejection in the premiere. His smile hides a secret: flashes show him in hushed conversations with a mysterious real estate agent, papers in hand that suggest he’s plotting to sell the Cousins house behind the family’s back. Is it revenge for losing Belly? A desperate bid to fund his dreams of traveling the world? The trailer teases a confrontation where Jere snaps at Conrad, “You think you know everything, but some secrets are mine to keep.” Casalegno’s performance has evolved this season, layering his signature charisma with vulnerability—think stolen glances at Belly during group scenes, or quiet moments alone on the beach, staring at the waves as if searching for answers. Fans have speculated that Jere’s arc draws from the books’ wedding drama, where his jealousy boils over, but the trailer hints at a darker twist: perhaps a health scare or a revelation about Susannah’s will that ties into his secrecy.

Conrad, on the other hand, is the brooding heart of the trailer. Christopher Briney’s portrayal has always been the show’s emotional anchor, and here, his letters burn with truth—literally, in one symbolic shot where he holds a flame to a stack of envelopes, only to pull back at the last second. These letters, glimpsed in quick cuts, reveal Conrad’s innermost fears: “I love you, but I’m terrified I’ll lose you like I lost her,” presumably referring to Susannah. The trailer interweaves tender moments with Belly—slow dances under the stars, whispered promises on the porch—with explosive arguments: Conrad yelling, “My truth isn’t pretty, Belly—can you handle it?” Briney’s subtle expressions convey a man on the brink, torn between his quiet intensity and the need to open up. This season has seen Conrad grappling with college pressures and grief therapy, making his letters a metaphor for bottled-up emotions finally spilling out. Will they draw Belly closer, or push her away?

At the center is Belly’s choice, the thread that could unravel the brothers’ bond. Lola Tung delivers a tour-de-force in the trailer, her face a canvas of conflict as she stands between Conrad and Jeremiah during a stormy night confrontation. “Your bond is everything,” she says tearfully, “but so is mine.” The glance that could unravel it all? It’s a pivotal slow-motion shot where Belly looks from one brother to the other, the stars reflecting in her eyes like shattered glass. This episode seems poised to resolve the love triangle once and for all—drawing from the book’s wedding fallout, where Belly ultimately chooses Conrad after Jeremiah’s betrayal. But the trailer teases deviations: a ring glimpsed on Belly’s finger (engagement?), a packed suitcase suggesting someone leaves town, and a heart-stopping cliffhanger where Jeremiah walks away into the darkness, Conrad calling after him. Who’s walking away? The trailer implies it could be Jere, finally accepting defeat, or Conrad, sacrificing for his brother’s happiness. And who’s staying forever? Belly’s voiceover closes with, “Some summers end, but the ones that matter… they stay with you always.”

The supporting cast gets their shine too, adding depth to the familial drama. Jackie Chung’s Laurel Conklin shares a poignant scene with Belly, handing her an old photo album: “Choices aren’t just about love—they’re about who you become.” Rain Spencer’s Taylor, Belly’s fiery best friend, injects humor amid the tears, quipping in a group chat scene, “If you don’t pick soon, I’m stealing both brothers.” Sean Kaufman’s Steven Conklin provides brotherly wisdom, pulling Conrad aside for a heart-to-heart: “Our family’s survived worse—don’t let her choice break us.” Even Kyra Sedgwick’s Aunt Julia returns briefly, her stern demeanor hinting at unresolved property disputes over the house. These moments underscore the show’s strength: it’s not just a romance; it’s a tapestry of relationships tested by time and tragedy.

Visually, the trailer is stunning, courtesy of director Jenny Han (helming the finale herself) and cinematographer Ben Kutchins. The Cousins Beach stars serve as a recurring motif—twinkling during joyful flashbacks, obscured by clouds in tense present-day scenes—symbolizing the fading magic of youth. The color palette shifts from warm golden hues in brotherly moments to cool blues during conflicts, heightening the emotional whiplash. And that soundtrack? Beyond the Swift track, snippets of Phoebe Bridgers’ “Scott Street” underscore the letters scene, while a swelling orchestral score builds to the climactic glance. It’s cinematic poetry, designed to leave viewers breathless.

Fan reactions have been volcanic since the trailer’s drop on September 15, 2025—perfectly timed for the Episode 11 premiere on September 18. #TSITPS3E11Trailer skyrocketed to the top of X trends, garnering over 8 million views in 12 hours. TikTok is flooded with edits: users syncing the brothers’ laughter to “Brother” by Kodaline, or analyzing Jeremiah’s smile for micro-expressions of deceit. Reddit’s r/TheSummerITurnedPretty exploded with 200k new posts, threads like “Conrad’s Letters: Book Canon or New Twist?” debating if they’re inspired by the novels’ unsent emails. One viral theory: The secret is Jeremiah discovering he’s not Susannah’s biological son, unraveling the family bond. On Instagram, Lola Tung posted a starry sky with the caption “Choices under the stars ✨,” racking up 2 million likes. Christopher Briney shared a cryptic letter emoji, while Gavin Casalegno teased, “Smiles hide a lot—Episode 11 will reveal all.”

Celebrities are chiming in too. Taylor Swift, a vocal fan, reposted the trailer on her story with “This is tearing ME apart! 🌟💔.” Olivia Rodrigo commented on Prime’s post: “Jeremiah’s secret better not break my heart more than it already has.” Even author Jenny Han joined the fray on X: “The stars align for the finale— who do you think stays? #TSITP.” The frenzy extends to merchandise: Prime’s shop crashed from demand for “Team Conrad” and “Team Jeremiah” hoodies, while fan cons like SummerCon 2025 are buzzing with Episode 11 panels.

Speculating on the episode (spoiler-free, of course), it feels like a culmination of themes: brotherhood vs. romance, secrets vs. truth, past vs. future. Will Jeremiah’s secret—perhaps a misguided attempt to protect the family—cost him Belly’s trust forever? Conrad’s letters could be the key to vulnerability, but if they reveal too much (like doubts about their engagement), it might backfire. Belly’s choice might not be binary; perhaps she chooses herself, delaying marriage to pursue dreams, echoing Han’s empowerment messages. Twists could include a time jump flash-forward, showing the trio years later, or a Susannah flashback providing closure. The brothers’ bond surviving? The trailer suggests reconciliation, but at what cost? Expect tears—Han has said in interviews that the finale aims for “hopeful heartbreak,” leaving doors open for potential Season 4 (rumors swirl of extensions beyond the books).

As we gear up for Episode 11, this trailer reminds us why The Summer I Turned Pretty resonates: it captures the ephemeral beauty of summer loves and the enduring pain of choices. Under those stars, laughter may echo, but glances reveal truths that change everything. Who’s walking away—Jeremiah, with his secrets exposed? Conrad, truths too heavy? Or Belly, from the triangle altogether? And who’s staying forever—in hearts, if not together? Dive into the drama, watch the trailer, and share your thoughts below. The finale airs soon—may your heart survive the unraveling.