Every Year After is a romantic drama series co-developed by Amy B. Harris and Leila Gerstein. Based on Carley Fortune‘s 2022 novel Every Summer After, the Prime Video series follows Percy Fraser, an obituary writer, as she returns to her hometown of Barry’s Bay after ten years, and after getting there, she must face old mistakes, people left behind, and the boy who changed her life forever. Every Year After stars Sadie Soverall, Matt Cornett, Michael Bradway, Abigail Cowen, Aurora Perrineau, and Joseph Chiu. So, if you loved the romantic drama, engaging story, and compelling characters in Every Year After, here are some similar shows you should check out next.
The Summer I Turned Pretty (Prime Video)
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a coming-of-age romantic drama series created by Jenny Han. Based on Han’s novel trilogy, the Prime Video series follows teenager Belly Conklin as she travels to the Fisher house for the summer and soon finds herself caught in a love triangle with the Fisher brothers. The Summer I Turned Pretty stars Lola Tung, Jackie Chung, Rachel Blanchard, Christopher Briney, Gavin Casalegno, and Sean Kaufman.
Sullivan’s Crossing (Netflix)
Sullivan’s Crossing is a Canadian romantic drama series created by Roma Roth. Based on Robyn Carr’s novel series, the CTV series follows Maggie Sullivan, a neurosurgeon who decides to move back to her hometown in rural Nova Scotia after getting into legal trouble. After getting there, she decides to reconnect with her estranged father and an old flame. Sullivan’s Crossing stars Morgan Kohan, Chad Michael Murray, Tom Jackson, Andrea Menard, and Scott Patterson.
My Life with the Walter Boys (Netflix)
My Life with the Walter Boys is a teen drama series developed by Melanie Halsall. Based on Ali Novak’s 2014 novel of the same name, the Netflix series follows Jackie Howard, an orphaned teenage girl who’s taken in by the Walter family of seven sons and one daughter. Jackie struggles to fit in but soon finds friendship and love. My Life with the Walter Boys stars Nikki Rodriguez, Noah LaLonde, Ashby Gentry, Alisha Newton, Johnny Link, Sarah Rafferty, and Marc Blucas.
Dawson’s Creek (Netflix, Hulu, & Tubi)
Dawson’s Creek is a teen drama series created by Kevin Williamson. The WB series is set in the fictional town of Capeside, Massachusetts, and it follows childhood best friends Dawson and Joey, who support each other through life’s various challenges, but their friendship is tested when they begin dating other people. Dawson’s Creek stars James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams, Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes, Mary-Margaret Humes, and John Wesley Shipp.
One Tree Hill (HBO Max, Hulu, & Rent on Prime Video)
One Tree Hill is a teen drama series created by Mark Schwahn. The CW series is set in the fictional town of Tree Hill in North California, and it follows rivaling half-brothers Lucas and Nathan as they try to get the top spot in their school’s basketball team, but soon develop a bond with each other. One Tree Hill stars Chad Michael Murray, James Lafferty, Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Paul Johansson, and Sophia Bush.
Virgin River (Netflix)
Virgin River is a romantic drama series developed by Sue Tenney. Based on Robyn Carr’s novel series, the Netflix series follows Melinda, a nurse looking for a fresh start, who impulsively decides to move from Los Angeles to a remote Northern California town but struggles with the slow pace of life and eccentric locals. Virgin River stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Martin Henderson, Colin Lawrence, Jenny Cooper, Lauren Hammersley, and Annette O’Toole.
Looking for Alaska (Buy on Amazon)
Looking for Alaska is a teen drama series created by Josh Schwartz. Based on John Green’s 2005 novel of the same name, the Hulu series follows Miles, an introverted teenage boy obsessed with famous last words, as he transfers to a boarding school in Orlando, Florida. He soon finds new friends and a love fated for tragedy. Looking for Alaska stars Charlie Plummer, Kristine Froseth, Denny Love, Jay Lee, Sofia Vassilieva, and Landry Bender.
Forever (Netflix)
Forever is a romantic teen drama series created by Mara Brock Akil. Based on Judy Blume’s 1975 novel, the Netflix series is set in 2018 in Los Angeles, and it follows young athletes Keisha and Justin as they fall for each other, but their pushy parents and hopes for their future get in the way of their love. Forever stars Lovie Simone, Michael Cooper Jr., Xosha Roquemore, Marvin Lawrence Winans III, and Wood Harris.
One Day (Netflix)
One Day is a British romantic drama series created by Nicole Taylor. Based on David Nicholls’ 2009 novel of the same name, the Netflix film series revolves around the 14-year-old relationship between Emma and Dexter, who first met on the night of their graduation, and since then, they get together for one day every year. One Day stars Leo Woodall, Ambika Mod, Eleanor Tomlinson, Essie Davis, Tim McInnerny, and Jonny Weldon.
Everwood (Prime Video & Pluto TV)
Everwood is a drama series created by Greg Berlanti. The WB series follows Dr. Andy Brown and his two children as they move from New York City to the fictional small town of Everwood after the death of his wife. The Brown family struggles to come to terms with their recent loss while trying to fit in with their new surroundings. Everwood stars Treat Williams, Gregory Smith, Emily VanCamp, Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone, and Chris Pratt.