Get ready to pack for a summer adventure with Poppy and Alex!
Tom Blyth and Emily Bader are set to star in People We Meet on Vacation, the film adaptation of Emily Henry’s cherished novel. The movie will also feature Sarah Catherine Hook, Jameela Jamil, Lucien Laviscount, and Lukas Gage.
Henry shared her excitement with Netflix, saying, “I’ve been kind of an anxious wreck about who would play these characters. I truly could not feel more confident that my readers and then so many more people who don’t even know about the book are going to completely fall in love with Poppy and Alex.”
The film, directed by Brett Haley, is being produced alongside Sony Pictures. Let’s dive into what People We Meet on Vacation has in store!
What is People We Meet on Vacation about?
Poppy loves spontaneity, while Alex prefers routine. Despite living in different cities, they’ve been best friends for ten years, spending every summer vacation together. But now, they’re starting to wonder if their perfect friendship could be something more.
Sometimes, fans think about how friendships can turn into something unexpected.
Who is in the cast of People We Meet on Vacation?
- Tom Blyth as Alex
- Emily Bader as Poppy
- Sarah Catherine Hook
- Jameela Jamil
- Lucien Laviscount
- Lukas Gage
Henry was thrilled about the casting, saying, “I watched their chemistry read four times in 12 hours and I loved it more every single time. The very first time I was laughing out loud, and I got so emotional by the end.”
Is People We Meet on Vacation based on a book?
Yes, it is! Released in 2021, the novel became a bestseller and sold over 2 million copies in the US, making it Henry’s top-selling book.
When will People We Meet on Vacation stream on Netflix?
The streaming date is still under wraps, but keep an eye out for updates. Meanwhile, why not check out some other romantic comedies?