If you’ve been feeling the absence of The Summer I Turned Pretty and craving a new comfort-watch romance, Netflix might have the perfect replacement—just with fewer beaches and a lot more ice. Finding Her Edge swaps sun-soaked summers for freezing rinks, delivering a familiar YA love triangle wrapped inside the high-pressure world of competitive figure skating.
Like TSITP and My Life with the Walter Boys, the show leans heavily into romance, emotional choices, and young love. But this time, the drama unfolds on ice, with blades cutting through both frozen arenas and complicated feelings—making it an ideal winter binge, especially with the 2026 Olympics approaching.
What Is Finding Her Edge About?
Based on the young adult novel by Jennifer Iacopelli and loosely inspired by Jane Austen’s Persuasion, Finding Her Edge centers on Adriana Russo, a talented ice dancer born into a family once considered skating royalty.
The Russo name still carries legacy, but the reality is far from glamorous. Their ice rink is struggling financially, pressure is mounting, and Adriana herself has begun to lose the passion that once defined her. As she trains for the World Championships, her life becomes even more complicated when she finds herself caught in a love triangle—one that could derail both her career and her heart.
On one side is Brayden, her flashy new skating partner, a confident playboy whose on-ice chemistry with Adriana quickly turns heads. On the other is Freddie, her former partner and first love, whose unresolved feelings still linger beneath the surface.
To boost their visibility and attract sponsors, Adriana and Brayden pretend to be romantically involved. But fake relationships have a way of blurring lines, especially when old emotions refuse to stay buried. Matters get even messier when Freddie returns to competition with a new partner, forcing Adriana to confront what she truly wants—victory, legacy, or love.
The Emotional Core of the Series
At its heart, Finding Her Edge isn’t just about romance—it’s about identity. Adriana is balancing:
- The weight of family expectations
- The pressure to revive a fading skating dynasty
- The personal cost of chasing gold
- Conflicted feelings between her past and present
The series asks a familiar but effective question: How much of yourself are you willing to sacrifice to win?
Meet the Cast of Finding Her Edge
Leading the series is Madelyn Keys, who plays Adriana Russo. Known for her work in The Exchange, Keys brings both vulnerability and quiet determination to the role.
Supporting her are:
- Alexandra Beaton as Elise Russo
- Alice Malakhov as Maria Russo
- Cale Ambrozic as Brayden Elliot
- Olly Atkins as Freddie O’Connell
- Millie Davis as Riley Monroe, Freddie’s new skating partner
Together, the ensemble captures the emotional push-and-pull that defines competitive sports—and young love under pressure.
Trailer and Release Details
The first trailer for Finding Her Edge dropped on January 8, offering a glimpse into its icy visuals, intense training sequences, and romantic tension.
The series premieres on January 22, with eight episodes, each running approximately 44 minutes.
Where to Watch
Finding Her Edge will stream exclusively on Netflix, making it a perfect one-weekend binge.
Final Words
Finding Her Edge may trade beach houses for ice rinks, but the emotional formula that fans love remains intact—love triangles, longing glances, career-defining choices, and the quiet fear of choosing wrong. For viewers missing the warmth of The Summer I Turned Pretty but ready for something a little frostier, this Netflix series looks ready to fill that romantic void—one spin, fall, and comeback at a time.
