My Oxford Year, the new romantic drama film starring Sofia Carson and Corey Mylchreest, is now streaming on Netflix. The movie, based on Julia Whelan’s novel, follows an American student whose life changes after falling for a British professor with a tragic secret.
What Is My Oxford Year About?
The story centers on Anna De La Vega (Sofia Carson), a driven American student who gets accepted into Oxford University for a year-long literature program. Her perfectly planned future takes an unexpected turn when she meets Jamie Davenport (Corey Mylchreest), a charming poetry professor. Their romance blossoms quickly, but Jamie hides a devastating truth—he has a terminal illness.
The film explores love, loss, and the choices we make when life doesn’t go as planned. Director Iain Morris blends humor and heartbreak, making it both a tearjerker and a feel-good story.
“Our story is a film that in every frame reaffirms the belief that life is too short to not live it in love. To not live it in joy,” says Sofia Carson.
Who Stars in My Oxford Year?
The film features a talented cast:
- Sofia Carson as Anna – Known for Purple Hearts and Descendants.
- Corey Mylchreest as Jamie – Famous for Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.
- Dougray Scott as William Davenport – Jamie’s strict father.
- Catherine McCormack as Antonia Davenport – Jamie’s supportive mother.
- Harry Trevaldwyn as Charlie – Anna’s funny and loyal friend.
The chemistry between Carson and Mylchreest has been praised, with many calling their performances heartfelt.
How Has the Film Been Received?
Critics have mixed opinions. Rotten Tomatoes shows only 29% positive reviews, while Metacritic scores it 39/100, calling it “generally unfavorable.” However, some viewers love it, comparing it to Me Before You and The Fault in Our Stars.
“I expected a lighter popcorn flick but stayed for the drama. Both leads were beautiful, and the setting was stunning.” – IMDb user review.
“Who writes this garbage? Even the shots of the location were lazy and lame.” – Another IMDb review.
Fans on social media have strong reactions:
“Acabo de verla pensando que me esperaba una linda comedia romántica y en lugar de eso, lloré a mares.” (“I just watched it thinking it would be a light rom-com, and instead, I cried rivers.”)
“No la vean, es de terror. No sé cuánto voy a tardar en recuperarme después de verla.” (“Don’t watch it, it’s terrifying. I don’t know how long it will take me to recover.”)
Where Was My Oxford Year Filmed?
The movie was shot in Oxford, England, including real university locations like:
- Bodleian Library
- Magdalen College
- Hertford College
Scenes were also filmed in Windsor, adding to the film’s authentic British charm.
How to Watch My Oxford Year
The film is available exclusively on Netflix since August 1, 2025. It runs for 1 hour and 52 minutes and is rated PG-13.
Also read: Sofia Carson’s Controversial History With BTS Resurfaces Amid Collab With Jimin
Credits: Sources include Netflix Tudum, IMDb, Wikipedia, and Metacritic.
