Verity Movie Release Date, Cast, Plot, and Everything We Know So Far

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Originally penned by author Colleen Hoover in 2018, the psychological thriller titled Verity is now being brought to life on the big screen under the direction of Michael Showalter. With a star-studded cast that includes Josh Hartnett, Dakota Johnson, and Anne Hathaway, this highly anticipated production promises a thought-provoking and exhilarating cinematic experience. Set for release in May 2026, Verity is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios, marking another exciting addition to their film library.

Behind its stellar actors lies a talented team off-screen. The script for Verity, while inspired by Hoover’s novel, has been written by Nick Antosca, whose works include episodes from Hannibal and Last Resort. Here are some details we have about the upcoming psychological thriller.

Meet the Cast and Crew of ‘Verity’

Colleen Hoover’s books have been adapted for television screens before. In 2017, audiences were introduced to her work through the series “Confess”, which was produced by Go90 and based on a novel published in 2015. The film adaptation of “It Ends With Us”, released in 2024 under Justin Baldoni’s direction and starring him as well, was a significant success among viewers. As of this writing, another adaptation of Hoover’s work, titled “Regretting You”, is set to be released in October 2025. With the upcoming release of “Verity”, it will mark the fourth time one of Hoover’s literary works has been adapted for screen.

The responsibility for overseeing the project ‘Verity’ has been given to Michael Showalter, who is renowned for his extensive work as a writer and director in both film and television since the early 1990s, when he began at MTV. His work includes shows like “You Wrote It, You Watch It” and “The State“, and later he co-created and acted in the hit “Wet Hot American Summer” series. As a director, Showalter is known for the biopic ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye‘ and has previously worked with Anne Hathaway, who is part of the cast of ‘Verity’, on the film ‘The Idea of You‘. In a shift from comedy, Showalter will now be directing a thriller for ‘Verity’.

Strengthening the creative and filmmaking team that will bring Verity to life on screen is an impressive ensemble cast, recognized by audiences. Joining the cast is Anne Hathaway, who has taken on various roles in recent psychological thrillers such as Mother’s Instinct and Eileen. Also part of the cast is Josh Hartnett, whose diverse credits span films like Halloween: H2O and Pearl Harbor to more thought-provoking titles such as Oppenheimer, The Black Dahlia, and I Come with the Rain. Additionally, Dakota Johnson is part of the cast, who seeks a rebound following the commercial and critical setback of Madame Web with the upcoming project Verity.

What Is ‘Verity’ About?

In the gripping thriller, “Verity,” appearances can be deceiving, and the written word offers a peek into a mind concealing a potentially devastating secret. Struggling author Lowen Ashleigh, living in solitude, encounters an extraordinary chance when she meets Jeremy Crawford, the spouse of successful writer Verity Crawford (portrayed by Anne Hathaway). Verity is currently bedridden and unresponsive due to an accident. Jeremy proposes that Lowen completes Verity’s latest work on her behalf. As a blossoming romance unfolds between Lowen and Jeremy, the unfinished manuscript gradually reveals some troubling secrets that Verity had kept hidden.

The filming of “Verity” is happening in New York right now, and it appears to portray the tense dynamic among its three principal characters, who are entangled in a dangerous game involving secrets and a tumultuous love triangle. Snapshots from the set suggest that Johnson and Hartnett feature prominently in an important scene from the beginning of Hoover’s book, according to Deadline. Given these images, “Verity” seems poised to deliver a gripping thriller filled with suspense and interpersonal tension.

When and Where Can I Watch Verity?

In the latest suspenseful drama titled “Verity,” starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett, filming is underway at Amazon MGM Studios. This highly anticipated movie based on Colleen Hoover’s book is scheduled to hit theaters in May 2026 for its grand premiere.

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2025-04-03 00:02