People We Meet on Vacation

What it’s about

Poppy, a writer from New York, and her longtime friend Alex spent nine summers vacationing together until a falling-out ended the tradition. Two years later, Poppy reaches out, and they meet in Barcelona. As they revisit old haunts and shared memories, they confront the hurt that drove them apart and question whether their bond could become romantic.

What hooks you

Emily Bader and Tom Blyth play Poppy and Alex, with Sarah Catherine Hook, Lucien Laviscount, Miles Heizer, and Jameela Jamil in supporting roles. Brett Haley directs from a screenplay based on Emily Henry's 2021 novel, which also inspired the film's title. The cast includes a cameo by Henry herself as a wedding guest.

Who it’s for

It will appeal to those who like romantic comedies built on long friendship and second chances, with a light, feel-good tone and summer vacation settings. It will also suit viewers who enjoy character-driven stories about trust, grief, and the question of whether opposites can work as a couple.