Crew Girl: A Charming Netflix YA Drama
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'Crew Girl' Review: Charming Netflix Series Offers All of the Expected YA Drama
Pretty people doing sporty things makes for an easy end-of-summer escape.
Amber Dowling
September 10, 2026 @ 6:30 AM
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Kyle Clark and Miku Martineau in "Crew Girl." (Craig Minielly/Netflix)
If you're looking for a prestige drama, look elsewhere. But if you’re craving an escapist series with familiar storylines, epic love triangles, and gorgeous scenery, Netflix’s newest YA entry, "Crew Girl," is your end-of-summer escape.
Based on Vivian Lin’s novel, the eight-episode series follows Miku Martineau as Teagan Tao, a disgraced wealthy single sculls rower who moves from California to the picturesque town of Eagle’s Cove, Massachusetts, with her mother, Ella (Jessica Paré), to recover from her father’s financial crimes.
The action takes place at a prep school where a struggling boys' rowing team stirs up a world of drama. It’s a classic coming-of-age story as Teagan navigates her new life, finds herself on the water, and proves herself to be the missing piece for the team.
Not your average YA protagonist
Teagan is a complex, relatable character who hasn't been done before. While she’s a typical disgraced rich kid starting over, putting an Asian single-sculls athlete at the center of this story feels fresh. As women's sports gain more television attention, *"Crew Girl" *taps into the conversation and feels timely.
The series skillfully balances high-stakes regattas with Teagan’s personal growth, all while a simmering love triangle develops between her and two members of her rowing team.
A surprising hit
"Crew Girl" is surprisingly entertaining. Sports dramas often lead to dramatic storylines, underdogs, and pressure-cooker moments—and rowing provides plenty of those. The series effectively explains the sport without unnecessary exposition, quickly engaging viewers in Teagan’s journey to reclaim her identity and her passion on the water.