Kristen Stewart Unveils First Trailer for The Chronology of Water as Awards Push Begins

The first look launches a rollout that follows a warmly received Cannes bow for Stewart’s 16mm adaptation of Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir.

Overview

The Forge released the debut trailer on Tuesday for The Chronology of Water, Kristen Stewart’s feature directing debut.
The film opens in New York and Los Angeles on December 5 for awards eligibility, with a nationwide expansion set for January 9, 2026.
Adapted from Lidia Yuknavitch’s 2011 memoir, the drama explores trauma, addiction, sexuality, and recovery through the act of writing.
Stewart co-adapted the script with Andy Mingo and shot the film on 16mm as a statement of form and perspective.
Imogen Poots leads the cast, which includes Thora Birch, Jim Belushi, Earl Cave, Tom Sturridge, Charlie Carrick, and Kim Gordon; the film premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard to positive reviews and a 6½‑minute ovation.