Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel Verity is officially making its way to the big screen, bringing the dark and twisted romantic thriller to life. The film adaptation is highly anticipated by fans of Hoover’s work—especially those who discovered the novel through BookTok, where it gained immense popularity.
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Verity Movie Adaptation: Plot and Release Detals
The story follows struggling writer Lowen Ashleigh, who is offered the opportunity of a lifetime: finishing the best-selling book series of renowned author Verity Crawford after an accident leaves her unable to complete the work. When Lowen moves into the Crawfords’ home to go through Verity’s notes, she stumbles upon a shocking, unfinished autobiography filled with disturbing confessions. As she begins to develop feelings for Verity’s husband, Jeremy Crawford, Lowen is torn between revealing the manuscript’s contents or keeping its secrets buried.
Early indications, like the log line obtained by Variety, suggest that the film remains faithful to the book, capturing its eerie atmosphere and psychological intensity.
Read the official log line below:
“Upon arrival at the lavish Crawford estate, Lowen slowly learns that things are not exactly as they seem with the discovery of a secret, unfinished manuscript that may divulge chilling admissions about the family’s past.”
Verity Movie Adaptation: An A-List Cast
While details about the adaptation are still unfolding, the Verity cast has already generated buzz. Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway is taking on a leading role while also serving as a producer. The cast also features Dakota Johnson as Lowen Ashleigh and Josh Hartnett as Jeremy Crawford. Michael Showalter, known for his work on The Big Sick and The Eyes of Tammy Faye, is directing, with Hoover herself involved in the production.
The author expressed her excitement on Facebook, stating, “Verity is coming to theaters and I am so excited for this cast and the script and the director and the whole team bringing this to life.”
With its eerie tension, romantic suspense, and psychological twists, Verity is expected to be a chilling, edge-of-your-seat adaptation that stays true to the book’s gripping narrative. Stay tuned for more details on its release date and first-look trailers!
