Hey, rom-com fans! Get ready to swoon over My Oxford Year, a new Netflix movie that’s dropping soon and promises all the feels. Based on the novel by Julia Whelan, it’s got love, laughs, and a gorgeous Oxford University backdrop. Here’s the scoop on when it’s out, who’s in it, and what the story’s all about.
When Can You Watch My Oxford Year?
Circle August 1, 2025, on your calendar—that’s when My Oxford Year hits Netflix. They filmed it last fall (2024) in some seriously stunning spots around Oxford, like Magdalen College and St Hugh’s. So, whether you’re chilling at home or planning a movie night with friends, this one’s gonna be perfect for a summer vibe.
My Oxford Year Cast
The cast is stacked with talent, and the leads are bringing major chemistry:
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Sofia Carson plays Anna De La Vega, a super-driven American student who’s all about chasing her Oxford dream. You might know Sofia from Purple Hearts or The Life List. She’s also an executive producer on this, and she’s hyped about it being a “beautiful, sweeping love story” with a classic yet fresh feel.
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Corey Mylchreest is Jamie Davenport, the charming British tutor who steals Anna’s heart. If you watched Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, you’ll recognize him as young King George. Corey says working on this was a blast, full of “laughs, love, and maybe a few tears.”
Then you’ve got a solid supporting cast:
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Dougray Scott as William Davenport
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Catherine McCormack as Antonia Davenport
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Harry Trevaldwyn as Charlie Butler
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Esmé Kingdom as Maggie Timbs
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Nikhil Parmar as Tom Sethi
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Poppy Gilbert as Cecelia Knowles
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Romina Cocca as Anna’s mom, Mrs. De La Vega
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Yadier Fernández as her dad, Mr. De La Vega
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Plus, Nia Anisah as Laura and Hugh Coles as Ridley
The director, Iain Morris (yep, the guy behind The Inbetweeners), says Sofia and Corey clicked right away, making the romance feel real and the comedy pop. Sounds like a winning combo!
What’s the Story About?
Okay, picture this: Anna, a young American with big plans, lands at Oxford to study English literature—her dream since forever. She’s got her life all mapped out, including a fancy job waiting back home. But then she meets Jamie, her poetry tutor, who’s all wit and charm. Sparks fly, and suddenly her perfect plan starts to wobble.
Set in Oxford’s dreamy halls, the movie’s a mix of romance, funny moments, and figuring out who you really are. It’s based on Julia Whelan’s book but tweaks a few things—like the main character’s name (Ella in the book, Anna here) and some details to match Sofia Carson’s background. The official blurb says: “Anna’s got her life on track at Oxford until a clever local guy comes along and changes everything.”
Expect poetry-fueled flirting, some emotional twists, and a story that’ll hit you right in the heart. If you loved One Day or Normal People, this one’s got a similar vibe with a side of humor.
