The wait is officially over for the millions of readers who have fallen in love with the Irish romance sweeping social media. Prime Video has formally greenlit a television adaptation of Chloe Walsh’s New York Times bestselling Boys of Tommen book series. The streaming service confirmed the news on February 10, 2026, bringing one of the most beloved BookTok sensations to the screen.
The upcoming series will be an eight-episode production. It brings together the powerhouse studios behind some of the most successful young adult adaptations of the past two decades. Temple Hill (the Twilight saga, The Summer I Turned Pretty), wiip (One Day), and Drama Republic are partnering with Amazon MGM Studios to produce the show. Poppy Cogan, known for her work on the A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder adaptation, is attached as lead writer and executive producer.
The Story: Rugby, Secrets, and a Forbidden Romance at an Elite Irish School
Set in the fictional town of Ballylaggin, Ireland, Boys of Tommen centers on two teenagers from completely different worlds. Johnny Kavanagh is the star rugby player at Tommen College. He is on the verge of a professional career, carrying the weight of his family’s dreams and his own ambition. But underneath his confident exterior, Johnny is hiding a devastating secret—a serious injury that could end his rugby future forever.
Shannon Lynch is the new girl. Painfully shy and carrying the scars of a violent and troubled homelife, she expects to remain invisible during her time at the prestigious private school. But when she crosses paths with Johnny, an intense and secret connection forms between them.
The first season will adapt the opening two novels of Walsh’s six-book series: Binding 13 and Keeping 13. These books introduce readers to the initial meeting of Johnny and Shannon, the slow build of their relationship, and the painful obstacles each must overcome. The narrative tackles serious subject matter including domestic abuse, bullying, mental health struggles, and the resilience required to survive trauma.
Nicole Clemens, Vice President of International Originals at Prime Video, explained why the project resonated with the streaming platform.
“This BookTok phenomenon has captured the hearts of millions of readers worldwide with its deeply emotional storytelling and unforgettable characters,” Clemens said. “Poppy’s scripts capture the intensity of Johnny and Shannon’s powerful romance and dive into the rich constellation of characters to explore the themes of mental health, bullying, and resilience with the same authenticity that fans love in Chloe’s books.”
The Creative Team Bringing Tommen College to Life
The adaptation brings together an experienced team of producers and writers. Poppy Cogan is leading the writers’ room. Her previous work on A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder demonstrated her ability to translate beloved young adult novels into compelling visual narratives while maintaining the tone and heart of the source material.
Author Chloe Walsh is actively involved in the production. She serves as an executive producer alongside the creative teams from the three production companies. Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, James Seidman, and Annika Patten represent Temple Hill. Paul Lee, Hope Hartman, and Sean Flanagan are on board from wiip. Greg Brenman and Deena Butt executive produce for Drama Republic. Metropolitan will handle local production services on location in Ireland.
Walsh expressed her enthusiasm about the adaptation in her first public comments since the greenlight.
“The response from readers around the world has been overwhelming, and knowing that everyone behind this production and book shares my passion for telling this story authentically means the world to me,” the Cork-based author stated.
Why This Series Matters for Prime Video’s Romance Slate
The Boys of Tommen order comes at a strategic moment for the streaming service. The Summer I Turned Pretty concluded its three-season run in September 2025. A finale movie is currently in development, but the series left a noticeable gap in Prime Video’s young adult romance programming.
Clemens relocated from Los Angeles to London in summer 2025 to focus specifically on building the UK and Ireland content pipeline. She described her strategy as focusing on shows that are “made for the UK and Ireland” but possess strong international travel potential. Boys of Tommen represents one of her first major commissioning decisions in this new role alongside the recently announced Manchester police drama Dirty.
Clemens emphasized that the goal is not to manufacture a global hit through formulaic storytelling. Instead, she wants authentic local productions that happen to resonate across borders. Boys of Tommen fits this model perfectly. The story is deeply Irish in its setting, language, and cultural references. Yet the universal themes of first love, family dysfunction, and personal reinvention have already proven their global appeal through book sales in dozens of countries.
The BookTok Factor and Reader Response
The commercial power behind this greenlight cannot be overstated. Chloe Walsh’s books are not just bestsellers. They are genuine cultural phenomena within the BookTok community on TikTok. Videos tagged with #BoysofTommen have accumulated millions of views. Readers film themselves crying, screaming, and physically throwing the books across rooms during particularly emotional passages.
The announcement triggered immediate and intense reactions from the dedicated fanbase. Within hours of the news breaking, social media platforms filled with readers expressing shock, joy, and nervous anticipation.
One fan posted on X: “We getting Boys of Tommen TV series!! I’m screaming so much right now!! Real life Johnny, Shannon, Joey—EVERYONE!”
Discussions quickly shifted to casting speculation. The fandom has strong opinions about who should portray their beloved characters. No casting announcements have been made at this time. Production is scheduled to begin later in 2026, meaning the search for Johnny, Shannon, and the larger ensemble cast is currently underway.
What Viewers Can Expect From Season One
The eight-episode first season will cover the narrative ground of Binding 13 and Keeping 13. These two books together form the complete first arc of Johnny and Shannon’s relationship. Readers familiar with the series know this is not a simple, straightforward romance. The story includes significant time jumps, extended flashbacks, and multiple points of view.
Cogan faces the challenge of condensing two lengthy novels into eight hours of television. However, her experience with A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder—another adaptation requiring careful compression of complex mystery plotting—suggests she is well-suited for the task.
The production team has not yet confirmed whether the show will film on location in County Cork, where the books are set. Given the emphasis on authenticity from both Clemens and Walsh, location shooting in Ireland appears highly likely. The Irish setting is not just a backdrop. The specific atmosphere of small-town Ireland, the centrality of school sports culture, and the rhythms of local life are integral to the story’s identity.
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No Release Date Yet, But A 2027 Window Is Expected
Prime Video has not announced a specific premiere date for Boys of Tommen. However, with production scheduled to begin in 2026, a release sometime in 2027 is the current expectation. The series will launch exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories simultaneously.
The streaming service has positioned the show as a global original, meaning it will receive marketing support and promotional priority across all major markets. This level of investment signals confidence that Boys of Tommen can replicate—or even surpass—the international success of The Summer I Turned Pretty and One Day.
For the millions of readers who have stayed up far too late turning pages about Johnny and Shannon, the wait for more information about casting, first-look images, and a firm release date now begins. But after years of hoping and speculating, the knowledge that their story is actually, officially, truly coming to the screen is enough for now.
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