The official trailer for People We Meet on Vacation debuts as Netflix confirms a January 2026 global release, introducing the star-studded cast and the beloved Emily Henry story brought to life on screen.
Netflix has officially dropped the trailer for People We Meet on Vacation, confirming the global release date for January 9, 2026. The anticipated adaptation of Emily Henry’s bestselling novel arrives under the direction of Brett Haley and brings a fresh, star-packed take to the modern friends-to-lovers story that has captivated readers around the world.
The film follows Poppy and Alex—two opposites whose chemistry has fueled a decade of unforgettable summer trips. Poppy is the free-spirited, fly-by-the-moment adventurer, while Alex is her grounded, routine-oriented best friend. Though they live in different cities, their annual vacations have always kept them tethered—until the delicate balance of their friendship begins to shift. As the trailer teases, their bond is pushed to its breaking point as they finally confront the question everyone else already sees clearly: Are they actually meant for something more?
Bringing this emotional journey to screen is a high-profile cast that includes Emily Bader, Tom Blyth, Sarah Catherine Hook, Lucien Laviscount, Miles Heizer, Jameela Jamil, Tommy Do, Lukas Gage, Alice Lee, with Molly Shannon and Alan Ruck rounding out the ensemble. The script comes from Yulin Kuang and Amos Vernon & Nunzio Randazzo, who adapt Henry’s heartfelt storytelling for a new audience.
Behind the scenes, the film boasts a powerhouse producing team: Wyck Godfrey, Marty Bowen, and Isaac Klausner serve as producers, with Laura Quicksilver, Ted Gidlow, and Emily Henry herself taking on executive producer roles to ensure the adaptation remains true to the beloved source material.
With its mix of humor, longing, and the kind of unmistakable chemistry that has defined the original novel, People We Meet on Vacation aims to deliver a crowd-pleasing romantic escape just in time for the new year. The newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the sun-soaked adventures and emotional crossroads that await, setting the stage for one of Netflix’s most anticipated releases of early 2026.
