The highly anticipated film adaptation of Emily Henry's bestselling novel People We Meet on Vacation is set to premiere on Netflix this Friday, 9 January. The romantic comedy, directed by Brett Haley, will be available to stream globally from 8 am GMT, meaning UK viewers can watch it from the morning.
The story follows best friends Poppy and Alex, played by Emily Bader and Tom Blyth, who reconnect on a holiday after drifting apart. The narrative alternates between past vacations and the present trip, exploring themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery. The cast also includes Sarah Catherine Hook, Jameela Jamil, and Molly Shannon.
The adaptation has been closely overseen by author Emily Henry, with a script by Yulin Kuang, Amos Vernon, and Nunzio Randazzo. Filming locations include New Orleans and Barcelona, and the trailer confirms that a key emotional scene from the book is included in the film.
This is the first of several Henry adaptations in development, including Beach Read and Happy Place. The novel was originally published in 2021 and became a publishing sensation, cementing Henry's status as a leading voice in modern romance.
