Following the astounding $346 million box-office triumph of Colleen Hoover’s It Ends With Us film adaptation this past summer, it was inevitable that other fan-favorites authored by CoHo would soon catch the discerning eyes of A-list Hollywood talent. The next to be adapted is Hoover’s gripping psychological thriller, Verity, which has garnered immense popularity, particularly among fans of thrillers, is next in line for the screen adaptation treatment, and it will feature an accomplished book-to-screen aficionado leading its cast.
In a timely announcement made by Amazon MGM Studios in November, the immensely talented Anne Hathaway—known for her remarkable performances in beloved book adaptations such as The Idea of You, Eileen, The Princess Diaries, and The Devil Wears Prada—is set to embody the role of Hoover’s protagonist, the meta bestselling thriller author Verity Crawford. This highly anticipated project marks a reunion for Hathaway and director Michael Showalter, with whom she collaborated on the adaptation of Robinne Lee’s The Idea of You, further solidifying their creative partnership under the Amazon MGM banner.
Ahead, let’s delve into a concise overview of everything we currently know about the cinematic adaptation of Verity (the movie and not the book or its titular character) as we await more thrilling details.
What is Verity about?
Verity, initially self-published by Hoover in 2018 before being acquired for traditional publication by Grand Central Publishing in 2021, has rapidly ascended to become a literary phenomenon frequently likened to Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl. Although the book isn’t classified as autofiction, it does intriguingly draw inspiration from the complex life of Hoover herself.
According to the official film synopsis, the narrative follows Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer teetering on the brink of financial disaster, who receives a remarkable job offer. Jeremy Crawford, the husband of best-selling thriller author Verity Crawford (played by Hathaway), enlists Lowen to usher the remaining books of a successful series that his wife cannot complete following a mysterious accident. Upon her arrival at the lavish Crawford estate, Lowen gradually uncovers unsettling truths prompted by the discovery of a concealed, unfinished manuscript that holds chilling confessions about the family’s past. As she becomes enmeshed with Jeremy and his young son, Crew, she grapples with the terrifying question: are Verity’s writings mere sensational fiction or an alarming forewarning from a disturbed mind?
Verity: A Novel
Who else will be in the cast?
No additional cast members have been disclosed beyond Hathaway’s pivotal role, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating further announcements about the film’s casting lineup.
Who’s leading the creative team behind Verity?
Michael Showalter will serve as the director, with the screenplay crafted by the adept Nick Antosca—who previously worked with an accomplished team of contributing writers, including Hillary Seitz, Angela LaManna, Will Honley, and April Maguire. This exciting film boasts an impressive production team that includes Hathaway, Hoover, Showalter, Antosca, Alex Hedlund, Jordana Mollick, Stacey Sher, and Lauren Levine, promising a captivating cinematic experience.
When will Verity come out?
While a specific release date remains under wraps, Hathaway’s confirmed involvement signals that fans can expect a wealth of updates and teasers in the foreseeable future.
This story will be updated.
How does Anne Hathaway’s portrayal of Verity Crawford in the upcoming film adaptation differ from the character in the book?
It seems you’ve shared a passage that provides information about the upcoming film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s novel *Verity*. The movie will star Anne Hathaway as the protagonist, Verity Crawford, and is directed by Michael Showalter. The story follows Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer who is offered a job by the husband of the best-selling author Verity Crawford, to complete a series of books after Verity suffers a mysterious accident. As Lowen delves deeper into the dark secrets of the Crawford family, she finds herself questioning whether Verity’s writings are a sinister reflection of reality or simply fiction.
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