Anne Hathaway Joins The Dark World Of Verity In Upcoming Thriller Adaptation

Anne Hathaway Joins The Dark World Of Verity In Upcoming Thriller Adaptation

Anne Hathaway is set to star as Verity Crawford in the upcoming film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's thriller, Verity.

By Amanda Lee Swanson

Published Nov 22, 2024

Anne Hathaway Joins The Dark World Of Verity In Upcoming Thriller Adaptation

Table of Contents

  • What is Verity About?
  • Anne Hathaway's Intriguing Role
  • A Thriller Adaptation with Major Potential
  • When Can We Expect the Film?

Anne Hathaway, an Academy Award-winning actress, will feature in the highly anticipated film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's best-selling thriller, Verity. Hathaway, known for her appearances in “The Idea of You” and “The Devil Wears Prada”, will play Verity Crawford, a controversial author who becomes caught in a web of mystery and deception after a terrible car accident leaves her paralyzed.


What is Verity About?

Verity revolves around Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer tasked with finishing the unfinished works of best-selling novelist Verity Crawford, who is unable to write due to an accident. As Lowen delves more into Verity's world, she discovers dark secrets that lead her down a path of moral and psychological difficulty. The book, hailed for its riveting twists and psychological tension, has been compared to thrillers like Gone Girl and Rebecca, making it an ideal contender for adaptation.


Anne Hathaway's Intriguing Role

Fans of the novel have already expressed their delight about Hathaway's casting. Hathaway's versatility in portraying complex characters, such as Fantine in “Les Misérables” and Jules Ostin in "The Intern", make her an excellent option for the role of Verity Crawford. 
The actress is noted for her versatility, having earned the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for Les Misérables. She has also enthralled audiences in Interstellar and Rachel Getting Married.


A Thriller Adaptation with Major Potential

This is the second of Hoover's novels to be converted into a film, following the hugely successful It Ends with Us, which was released in 2024. Verity, like her predecessor, has been a huge success on social media, especially among BookTok enthusiasts.
The adaptation of Hoover's intriguing story will reach a larger audience, and Hathaway's presence is expected to boost the project's star power. The film is being created by Amazon MGM Studios, with Nick Antosca and Alex Hedlund—known for their work on psychological thrillers—as producers.


When Can We Expect the Film?

While there is no official release date yet, excitement is certainly brewing. With the success of It Ends with Us, Verity is likely to follow suit in terms of production.
Fans should expect a high-quality, suspenseful thriller that delves into topics such as trust, deception, and obsession.
For the time being, fans will have to wait, but with Anne Hathaway headlining the cast, the picture is sure to generate a lot of attention as it approaches completion.
Keep a watch out for developments on Verity, as this adaptation promises to be another fascinating journey through Colleen Hoover's enthralling world.


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