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The “Volume 6” Trick

Here is why the release date is so tricky to pin down. It is all about the books.

Alice Oseman is releasing the final graphic novel, Volume 6, in July 2026. Alice has always been very protective of her readers. She likely wants the book to come out before the movie so that fans can experience the ending on the page first.

This means we are likely looking at a Late 2026 release for the movie, shortly after the book hits shelves. The “trick” is that the movie is ready, but it is waiting for the book to cross the finish line first.