Amazon's 8-Episode Every Year After Draws Criticism for Joyless Romance as Percy-Sam Story Stalls
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Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Jun 9
Amazon's 8-Episode Every Year After Draws Criticism for Joyless Romance as Percy-Sam Story Stalls
3 articles · Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Jun 9
Summary
Amazon’s new eight-episode drama is faulted for turning Percy Fraser and Sam Florek’s breakup into a repetitive, exhausting obsession rather than a compelling romantic fantasy.
The review says the series leans on flashbacks, melancholy pop cues and near-kisses, but gives its adult leads little chemistry or personality to justify hours of longing.
Sadie Soverall and Matt Cornett are seen as less effective than the younger actors, with the show’s strongest moments coming from side characters including Chantal, Jordy, Delilah and Sue.
Adapted from Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel, the series is framed as Amazon’s latest YA-style romance but is judged unable to recapture the appeal of The Summer I Turned Pretty.