Anne Hathaway Cast as Lead in Colleen Hoover's 'Verity' Film Adaptation

The Amazon MGM Studios project reunites Hathaway with director Michael Showalter, but reactions to the casting have been polarized.

Anne Hathaway will portray Verity Crawford in the upcoming film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's bestselling thriller novel, 'Verity.'
The movie, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, will be directed by Michael Showalter, who recently collaborated with Hathaway on 'The Idea of You.'
The story follows a struggling writer, Lowen, who uncovers a chilling manuscript while working on a book series for the incapacitated author Verity Crawford.
Fans are divided over Hathaway's involvement, with some praising the casting and others questioning her decision to join a project tied to Hoover's controversial reputation.
A release date for the theatrical debut has not been announced, but excitement and debate continue to grow around the adaptation.