Adele to Make Screen Acting Debut in Tom Ford’s Anne Rice Adaptation ‘Cry to Heaven’

Overview

• Industry reports say Tom Ford will write, direct and produce the 18th‑century Italy drama based on Anne Rice’s novel.
• Adele joins an ensemble that includes Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Colin Firth, Paul Bettany, Ciarán Hinds, Thandiwe Newton, George MacKay and Hunter Schafer.
• Pre-production is underway in London and Rome, with filming expected to begin in mid-January 2026.
• The earliest theatrical release is projected for autumn 2026, subject to the production timeline.
• Financing is reportedly independent under Ford’s Fade To Black label, with specific roles and any on-screen singing by Adele not yet disclosed.