Verity
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October 2, 2026
Colleen Hoover's bestselling psychological thriller gets the Amazon MGM treatment, with Anne Hathaway as the mysterious bedridden author, Dakota Johnson as the ghostwriter who uncovers her secrets, and Josh Hartnett caught between them. Michael Showalter (The Idea of You) directs from a screenplay by Nick Antosca. It is the next test of Hoover's box-office power, aimed squarely at the dark-thriller register the novel's fans know well.
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Official Trailer Released for Verity
Amazon MGM Studios has released the official trailer for *Verity*, a psychological thriller directed by Michael Showalter and based on the bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover [1, 6, 8]. The film stars Dakota Johnson as a struggling writer hired to complete a book series for an ailing author, played by Anne Hathaway, while Josh Hartnett portrays Hathaway's husband [1, 8, 9]. The movie is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2, 2026 [1, 8, 10].
Director Michael Showalter Discusses Improvised Scenes
Director Michael Showalter revealed that the production of *Verity* featured several improvised moments, including a notable makeout scene between stars Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson. This psychological thriller, which also stars Josh Hartnett, is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2, 2026.
Official Trailer for Verity Released
Directed by Michael Showalter and based on the bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover, the psychological thriller *Verity* is set to hit theaters on October 2, 2026 [1, 4, 9]. The film stars Anne Hathaway as an ailing author, Josh Hartnett as her husband, and Dakota Johnson as a struggling writer hired to complete the author's book series, only to uncover disturbing secrets within the Crawford home [1, 4, 10].
Amazon MGM Unveils First Look at Verity
Amazon MGM Studios showcased exclusive footage of the psychological thriller *Verity* at CinemaCon 2026, offering a first look at the adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel [1, 3, 10]. Directed by Michael Showalter, the teaser highlights the tense dynamic between struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson) and the incapacitated author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway) as Lowen uncovers disturbing secrets within the Crawford home [1, 4, 6].
Verity First Look Debuts at CinemaCon
Amazon MGM Studios premiered the first look at the psychological thriller *Verity* during CinemaCon 2026, showcasing a dark and suspenseful atmosphere. The footage highlights the tense dynamic between struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson), the husband Jeremy Crawford (Josh Hartnett), and the incapacitated bestselling author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway).
Official Trailer for Verity Released
Amazon MGM Studios has released the first official trailer for the psychological thriller *Verity*, which is directed by Michael Showalter. The highly anticipated film features a star-studded cast including Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett.
First Trailer Drops for Colleen Hoover Adaptation 'Verity'
Amazon MGM Studios has released the official trailer for *Verity*, the upcoming film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's best-selling psychological thriller directed by Michael Showalter [‘Verity’ movie: Release date, cast, plot, and how to watch the Colleen Hoover adaptation](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/verity-colleen-hoover-amazon-mgm-studios). The twisty, suspenseful drama stars Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett, following a struggling writer hired to complete the manuscripts of an incapacitated author [Anne Hathaway psychological thriller ‘Verity’ releases 1st trailer ahead of October premiere - The Lagos Review](https://thelagosreview.ng/anne-hathaway-psychological-thriller-verity-releases-1st-trailer-ahead-of-october-premiere). The feature is scheduled to arrive exclusively in theaters on October 2, 2026 [Verity | Official Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdPMKhjMSFs).
Official Trailer Released for Colleen Hoover Adaptation 'Verity'
Amazon MGM Studios has debuted the official trailer for *Verity*, an upcoming adaptation of Colleen Hoover's best-selling psychological thriller directed by Michael Showalter [‘Verity’ movie: Release date, cast, plot, and how to watch the Colleen Hoover adaptation](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/verity-colleen-hoover-amazon-mgm-studios). The film features a star-studded cast led by Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett, delving into a dark, suspenseful web of secrets [‘Verity’ movie: Release date, cast, plot, and how to watch the Colleen Hoover adaptation](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/verity-colleen-hoover-amazon-mgm-studios), ['Verity’ Trailer: Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson Tease Dark Mystery ](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/verity-trailer-anne-hathaway-dakota-johnson-1236578548/). Audiences can catch the thriller nationwide when it arrives exclusively in theaters on October 2, 2026 [Verity | Official Trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdPMKhjMSFs), [Verity (film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verity_%28film%29).
Cast Expanded for Amazon MGM's Adaptation of Colleen Hoover's 'Verity'
The upcoming film adaptation of *Verity* has officially wrapped production, with its ensemble expanding beyond leads Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett to include Alex Cooper, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Brady Wagner, Michael Abbott Jr., and Irina Dvorovenko ([Brit + Co](https://www.brit.co/verity-movie-news-updates)). Ahead of its scheduled fall release, the psychological thriller has earned an MPA R rating for sexual content, nudity, and violence ([OutKick](https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-culture/anne-hathaway-dakota-johnson-josh-hartnett-star-r-rated-thriller-verity-oct-2)).
Official Trailer Released for 'Verity' as Theatrical Release Date Nears
Amazon MGM Studios has released the official full trailer for Michael Showalter's film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel *Verity*, starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett [‘Verity’ movie: Release date, cast, plot, and how to watch the Colleen Hoover adaptation](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/verity-colleen-hoover-amazon-mgm-studios). The psychological thriller follows a struggling writer hired to finish an injured author's book series, only to uncover a horrifying manuscript containing dark confessions [‘Verity’ movie: Release date, cast, plot, and how to watch the Colleen Hoover adaptation](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/verity-colleen-hoover-amazon-mgm-studios). The film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on October 2, 2026, ahead of an exclusive streaming debut on Prime Video [First Look at 'Verity': Inside the Steamy New Colleen Hoover Movie](https://parade.com/movies/verity-movie-based-on-colleen-hoover-novel).