The team behind The Summer I Turned Pretty is dealing with unexpected chaos as filming begins on its final chapter. What should have been a smooth production has instead reportedly drawn crowds and online leaks, forcing Prime Video to step in and ask fans to respect boundaries on set.
Prime Video asks for privacy amid filming disruptions on The Summer I Turned Pretty movie set
As work gets underway on the movie that will wrap up the series, the streaming platform made a direct appeal to viewers. In a social media post, the team asked fans to stop sharing filming locations and visiting the set, warning that it is starting to affect safety and the overall production process.
The message was clear but polite. “We’re working hard to create a protected bubble to make the best movie possible,” the post read, adding, “Please help us protect the magic of Cousins until it’s ready to be shared.” The post even included a visual of “PRIVACY PLEASE” written in the sand, reinforcing the request in a creative way.
The issue seems to come from the show’s massive fan following. Based on novels by Jenny Han, the story has built a loyal audience over the years. It follows Belly Conklin, played by Lola Tung, navigating love, identity, and growing up during summers at Cousins Beach. That popularity has now spilled into real-world filming locations.
The franchise has only grown stronger with time. The show premiered in 2022 and quickly became a hit, with later seasons earning even higher ratings and viewership. By the time Season 3 ended in 2025, tens of millions had tuned in, making the upcoming movie one of the platform’s most anticipated projects.
Now, the goal is to finish the story without further interruptions. With production still ongoing and no release date announced yet, the creators are hoping fans will step back for now, so they can deliver a proper ending without compromising safety or the viewing experience.
