The beloved BookTok romance, Boys of Tommen, is being adapted for Prime Video. Created by Irish author Chloe Walsh, the series has gained significant attention, with fans eagerly anticipating the on-screen portrayal of the touching romance between Johnny Kavanagh and Shannon Lynch.
Earlier this year, it was revealed that Boys of Tommen will be available on Prime Video in 2027. Like the book, the series will feature eight episodes and will be produced by several companies known for popular young adult adaptations like Twilight and The Summer I Turned Pretty.
Boys of Tommen is based on Chloe Walsh’s bestselling book series, a favorite among BookTok users, focusing on the story of Johnny Kavanagh and Shannon Lynch at Tommen College in Ireland.
What is the origin of Prime Video’s Boys of Tommen?
The series is derived from Chloe Walsh’s original Boys of Tommen books, which gained immense popularity on BookTok. Readers were captivated by the emotional edits and reviews of the love story, as well as the darker themes explored.
The narrative begins in the fictional Irish town of Ballylaggin in 97/98 and is primarily set in Tommen College, an exclusive private school where complex dynamics of friendships, relationships, rugby culture, and family issues unfold.
The first season of Boys of Tommen will cover the initial two books: Binding 13 and Keeping 13. These stories explore the bond between Johnny Kavanagh, a talented rugby player facing a challenging injury, and Shannon Lynch, who struggles with an abusive home and school bullying.
Prime Video executives describe the adaptation as capturing the essence of first love, family challenges, and issues like mental health, bullying, and resilience. The genuine emotion and realism of the books have been pivotal in establishing the series as a global phenomenon.
Poppy Cogan is serving as a producer, writer, and editor for the show.
Chloe Walsh, who is also an executive producer, expressed her excitement about the international reception of her books and her satisfaction with a creative team committed to authentic storytelling.
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More details on Boys of Tommen
The series stars Conor Snchezas as Johnny Kavanagh and Nancy Surridge as Shannon Lynch, marking her theatrical debut. Additional cast members include James O’Donoghue as Joey Lynch and Sophie Mc Gibbon as Aoife Molloy. The series is directed by Irish filmmaker Brendan Canty.
Director Brendan Canty noted that the casting team reviewed over 3,000 applications from Ireland and the UK, ultimately selecting actors who could truly embody Chloe Walsh’s characters.
Production is set to begin in 2026, with filming taking place in Ireland.
The series is being developed by drama-repuclic, Temple Hill Entertainment, WIIP, and Amazon MGM Studios. Besides the main storyline, the series is expected to include several romantic pairings from the book series.
Following Binding 13 and Keeping 13, the subsequent novels in the series are Saving 6, Redeeming 6, Taming 7, and Releasing 10, each focusing on different characters from Tommen College.
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The show will be available to stream on Prime Video.
Edited by Sakshi Singh
