To All the Boys I've Loved Before

High school junior Lara Jean Covey keeps letters in her closet that express her true feelings for various boys, including her childhood crush, Josh. These letters are a private outlet for her emotions, allowing her to navigate her romantic thoughts without fear of rejection.

Lara Jean's older sister Margot breaks up with Josh, her current boyfriend and Lara Jean's long-time crush. This pivotal moment leaves Lara Jean feeling confused and alone, as her feelings for Josh resurface amid the chaos of the breakup.

One night, while Lara Jean is asleep, her curious little sister Kitty rummages through her room and finds the hidden letters. This incident triggers a chain of events that drastically alters Lara's romantic life and exposes her vulnerabilities.

The next day at school, Peter, a former crush of Lara Jean's, finds her and confronts her with the letter she wrote to him. Overwhelmed by a mix of embarrassment and surprise, Lara Jean faints, marking the beginning of her complicated interactions with Peter.

After regaining her composure, Lara Jean is caught off guard when Josh approaches her with his own letter. In a moment of sheer panic and confusion, she impulsively kisses Peter, propelling her into a whirlwind of romantic entanglement.

Lara Jean learns that all of her letters have been sent out, leading to unexpected revelations from the recipients. Among them is Lucas, who comes out as gay, further complicating Lara Jean's understanding of her own feelings.

To help both herself and Peter navigate their romantic entanglements, Lara Jean agrees to enter a fake relationship with him. This arrangement is intended to make Peter's ex-girlfriend Gen jealous, yet it soon becomes more than just a ruse.

As their fake relationship progresses, both Peter and Lara Jean begin to develop genuine feelings for each other. Their friends and families begin to notice a change in Lara Jean, who starts to exhibit a newfound happiness previously unseen.

During a school ski trip, Peter and Lara Jean share some heartfelt conversations, culminating in an intimate moment in a hot tub. This encounter deepens their emotional connection, leading both of them to confront their true feelings for each other.

After the ski trip, Gen confronts Lara Jean, revealing that Peter had spent the night in her room during their getaway. This revelation shatters Lara Jean's trust and leads her to end the relationship with Peter, feeling heartbroken and betrayed.

Lara Jean's sister Margot returns from college, leading to a chaotic confrontation when Peter tries to explain the situation. This heated moment reveals new dynamics and hidden feelings among the siblings and their romantic interests.

A video of Lara Jean and Peter surfaces on Instagram, amplifying her distress over the already complicated love triangle. Lara Jean feels exposed and humiliated, adding to her emotional turmoil as her peers watch the viral content.

In a time of need, Lara Jean turns to Margot for support, leading to a heartfelt reconciliation between the sisters. Together, they work to request the removal of the embarrassing video, reinforcing their bond and understanding of each other.

Lara Jean musters up courage to confront Gen, who reveals her motivations were rooted in their past interactions. This pivotal confrontation forces Lara Jean to reassess her feelings for both Peter and Josh as she finds her footing.

After navigating through turmoil, Lara Jean finds the strength to approach Peter again. They share their true feelings with each other, culminating in a passionate kiss that symbolizes their readiness to embrace a new beginning in their relationship.

In a lighthearted mid-credits scene, John, a recipient of one of Lara Jean's letters, shows up at her door with flowers. This surprise encounter hints at the continuation of Lara Jean's journey in love and the unpredictability of young romance.