Everything you need to know about the Boys of Tommen series

Published 15:25 18 May 2026 BST

Hannah Cronolly

Everything you need to know about the Boys of Tommen series

The popular Cork-based series will be adapted for screens next year

You may have heard that Boys of Tommen, the popular series by Irish author Chloe Walsh, is being adapted for the screen by Prime Video. The romantic drama series will be brought to the screen by the producers of The Summer I Turned Pretty, One Day, and Twilight.

For our non-readers, here's everything you need to know before the series comes out.

**What is Boys of Tommen about?**

The first season of the show will follow the stories of Binding 13 and Keeping 13, the first two novels in the Boys of Tommen series.

The romantic drama series will follow the forbidden love story of two Irish teenagers studying at Tommen College, a prestigious private school in Ballylaggin, County Cork.

Johnny Kavanagh is the school's star rugby player with a chance to go professional. Shannon Lynch is the shy new girl who has recently transferred to Tommen College.

The two seemingly have nothing in common. While Shannon struggles with an abusive home life, Johnny has been hiding a career-ending injury. However, through their shared secrets and undeniable chemistry, the two battle against all odds to save each other.

It is anticipated that further seasons will follow the rest of the Boys of Tommen novels, focusing on Johnny and Shannon’s friends and family.

Who are the main characters?

Shannon Lynch is the shy new girl at Tommen College, struggling with an abusive home life.
Johnny Kavanagh is Tommen’s star rugby player, on the verge of a professional career.
Joey Lynch is Shannon’s troubled and protective older brother.
Aoife Molloy is Joey’s bold and fiercely loyal girlfriend.
Gerard Gibson (Gibsie) is Johnny’s best friend, a fan favourite for his energetic and humorous nature.
Claire Biggs is Shannon’s close friend, whose kindhearted nature helps her settle into life at Tommen College.

The official casting for the series was revealed on Prime Video’s Instagram last week. Nancy Surridge will play Shannon Lynch, and Conor Sánchez will act as Johnny Kavanagh.

James O'Donoghue will play Joey Lynch, and Sophie McGibbon will star across him as Aoife Molloy.

The remainder of the cast has not been announced.