“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” is a 2018 American teen romantic comedy film directed by Susan Johnson and written by Sofia Alvarez.
The film stars Lana Condor, Noah Centineo, Janel Parrish, Anna Cathcart, Madeleine Arthur, Emilija Baranac, Israel Broussard, and John Corbett. It is based on Jenny Han’s 2014 novel of the same name and was released by Netflix on August 17, 2018. The movie received generally favorable reviews from critics, who praised the cast. It is the first installment in the To All the Boys film series, followed by two sequels: “To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You” (released on February 12, 2020) and “To All the Boys: Always and Forever” (released on February 12, 2021). Additionally, a spin-off series titled “XO, Kitty” was released on May 18, 2023.
The plot revolves around Lara Jean Covey, a shy high school junior who writes letters to boys she feels an intense passion for, locking the letters away in her closet. When the letters are unexpectedly mailed out, Lara Jean’s life takes an unexpected turn. She navigates fake dating, past crushes, and unexpected connections, all while trying to keep her secrets hidden.