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Reports Say Adele Will Make Acting Debut in Tom Ford’s Cry to Heaven

Trade reports say the Anne Rice adaptation marks Ford’s return to directing, with production targeted for January in London and Rome.

Overview

  • Tom Ford is writing, directing and producing a period feature adapted from Anne Rice’s 1982 novel set in the 18th‑century opera world.
  • The reported ensemble includes Colin Firth, Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor‑Johnson and Paul Bettany alongside the singer.
  • Pre‑production is underway in London and Rome, with filming targeted for January 2026 and a theatrical release reportedly eyed for autumn 2026.
  • Specifics of Adele’s role and whether she will sing on screen have not been disclosed.
  • The project is reportedly being mounted independently under Ford’s Fade To Black label, according to Deadline and Variety.