The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie SocietyMovie · 2018
Okay, if you're here for historical romance with a side of cozy mystery and major feels, this movie is your next watch. Lily James's character heads to a stunning island after WWII and finds herself drawn into a super unique book club and its charming members. And Michiel Huisman as Dawsey? His quiet, rugged farmer vibe is everything we didn't know we needed in a leading man. It’s got that perfect blend of wartime resilience, found family, and a slow-burn connection that will absolutely live in your head rent-free.
Set after World War II, London-based writer Juliet Ashton is intrigued by a book club from the island of Guernsey. She travels there to learn more about "The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society," a group that formed during the German occupation. As Juliet interviews members like the charming Dawsey Adams, she uncovers their resilient spirit and the secrets they kept during the war. This journey of discovery leads her to form deep bonds and re-evaluate her own life and future.
