Key takeaways
- Season 1 adapts the first two books in Chloe Walsh's best-selling series that follows a forbidden love story.
- Poppy Cogan serves as lead writer and executive producer, with Brendan Canty directing.
- The cast is led by Nancy Surridge, Conor Sánchez, James O'Donoghue, and Sophie McGibbon.
- Amelia May, John Hewson, Indy Lewis, Alex Dunne, Dixie Egerickx, and more have joined the ensemble cast.
Prime Video has announced the new cast members of Boys of Tommen, a sweeping romantic drama series based on the TikTok-famous No.1 New York Times and internationally best-selling novels by Irish author Chloe Walsh.
The emotionally powerful story has captivated readers worldwide with its unforgettable characters and an intensely romantic storyline. Now, alongside the producers of The Summer I Turned Pretty, Off Campus, and Twilight, Prime Video will bring it to the screen.
What is ‘Boys of Tommen’ about?
Season 1 is based on the first two novels in Walsh’s series, Binding 13 and Keeping 13. It follows the forbidden love story of Johnny Kavanagh, the star rugby player on the verge of a pro career, and Shannon Lynch, the talented but painfully shy new girl at the prestigious private school of Tommen College in Ballylaggin, Ireland.
Both teenagers are hiding secrets; Johnny, a potentially career ending injury, and Shannon, a troubled and violent home life. Through their secret and highly charged connection, the two teens from opposite worlds battle against the odds and find a way to save each other.
Who is in the cast of 'Boys of Tommen'?
Nancy Surridge (Shannon Lynch) and Conor Sánchez (Johnny Kavanagh)Nancy Surridge as Shannon Lynch
Nancy is an exciting newcomer who takes this on as her first breakout role in the industry.
Conor Sánchez as Johnny Kavanagh
Conor recently wrapped the lead role in Power & Glory, a period biopic exploring the life of Michael Faraday, which he shot alongside independent vampire thriller One Night. Earlier this year, Conor filmed upcoming feature Invertigo. On television, Conor is best known for his performance as Peter Connor in the BBC miniseries Mix Tape. He can also be seen as series regular Jimmi Potter in Channel 5’s Murder Most Puzzling and as Bear in the BBC/RTÉ drama Faithless.
Sophie McGibbon (Aoife Molloy) and James O'Donoghue (Joey Lynch)James O'Donoghue as Joey Lynch
Born in San Francisco and raised in Dublin, James began his career on Irish drama series Fair City before spending his formative years on stage at The Gate and The Abbey Theatre, earning early praise for his performance as Oliver Twist in The National Concert Hall's production of Oliver! (2016).
Sophie McGibbon as Aoife Molloy
Sophie recently wrapped shooting on the Working Title feature film Sense & Sensibility, playing Miss Grey. She graduated from Guildhall School of Music and Drama last summer.
Additional cast
After a widespread search, Amelia May joins the cast as Claire Biggs, John Hewson as Gerard Gibson, Indy Lewis as Lizzie Young, Alex Dunne as Hugh Biggs, Dixie Egerickx as Katie Wilmot, Daisy Jacob as Bella Wilkinson, Jonathan Heed as Cormac Ryan, and Cathal Ó Síocháin as Ronan McGarry.
The search for Patrick Feely is still underway.
When is the ‘Boys of Tommen’ release date?
Boys of Tommen will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide as part of Amazon MGM Studios’ expanding global slate of premium international scripted series, extending the studio’s bold storytelling across genres and formats.
A release date is yet to be announced.
Who is the team behind the ‘Boys of Tommen’ series?
The series is being adapted by Poppy Cogan (A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder) who serves as lead writer and executive producer, alongside author Walsh.
Commenting on the series, Walsh said: "The response from readers around the world has been overwhelming and knowing that everyone behind this production and book shares my passion for telling this story authentically means the world to me."
Speaking about the cast, Cogan added: "Finding the right cast was incredibly important. Chloe has created such a rich, emotionally vivid world in these books, and as the writer adapting this story for screen it's been a privilege to be entrusted with bringing that world to life.
"I'm thrilled beyond words that we've found our Shannon, Johnny, Joey, and Aoife in Nancy, Conor, James, and Sophie—they are the perfect people to embody these roles. Knowing that everyone behind this production and at Amazon MGM Studios shares my passion for telling this story authentically makes this moment even more special. I cannot wait for the world to see what's coming."
Boys of Tommen will be directed by the VMA nominated Irish filmmaker Brendan Canty, while Ingrid Goodwin joins as series producer.
The series is produced by global independent studio wiip in association with Amazon MGM Studios, Temple Hill, and Drama Republic, with Metropolitan providing local production services.
What else can I watch on Prime Video?
Boys of Tommen will join Prime Video's collection of beloved book-to-screen adaptations alongside psychological thriller The Girlfriend, Wattpad sensation Love Me Love Me, and the Culpables franchise (including Culpa Nuestra, the English-language adaptation My Fault: London, and the sequel Your Fault: London).
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