Gavin Leatherwood joins Nina Dobrev in rom-com adaptation of Tessa Bailey novel
Actor Gavin Leatherwood has been added to the cast of the romantic comedy “It Happened One Summer,” based on Tessa Bailey’s bestseller.
Gavin Leatherwood, known for “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” and “Sex Lives of College Girls,” has been cast in the upcoming romantic comedy “It Happened One Summer.” The movie adapts Tessa Bailey’s bestselling novel, which gained popularity on BookTok, and is being shot in New York. Leatherwood’s character, Fox Thornton, is characterized as a charming ladies’ man whose easy confidence masks deeper loyalty and vulnerability.
He joins an ensemble featuring Nina Dobrev, Tyler Hoechlin, and Virginia Gardner, under the direction of Peter Hutchings. The screenplay was written by Christina Mengert and Joseph Muszynski, with production handled by BCDF Pictures and Frolic Media, while Embankment oversees worldwide sales.
Why it matters
The casting adds a recognizable actor to a high-profile romance adaptation, signaling continued investment in BookTok-driven film projects.
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