Anne Hathaway is taking on a role so twisty, she might need a chiropractor. She’s officially been cast as the Verity Crawford in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s best-selling book Verity. Amazon MGM Studios is behind the project, and it’s already shaping up to be juicier than a soap opera marathon.
Helming the film is Michael Showalter (probably already stress-eating snacks), with Cape Fear writer Nick Antosca whipping up the screenplay. It’s based on Hoover’s spine-tingling novel, so don’t expect any feel-good musical numbers—unless they’re accompanied by a lot of screaming.
What’s the Plot? Oh, Buckle Up.
Here’s the deal, straight from Deadline: Lowen Ashleigh, a writer so broke she probably considers ramen a luxury meal, lands the gig of a lifetime. She’s hired by Jeremy Crawford, husband of the super-famous thriller author Verity Crawford (that’s Anne Hathaway, flexing her best mysterious stare), to finish writing Verity’s book series. Why? Because Verity’s had a “mysterious accident” that totally doesn’t scream “red flags.”
When Lowen shows up at the Crawford mansion—which, let’s face it, is probably dripping with chandeliers and bad vibes—things get weird fast. She discovers a secret, unfinished manuscript that could be Verity’s diary or a manifesto for how to be the world’s creepiest houseguest. As Lowen gets closer to Jeremy and his young son Crew (a name that screams potential horror movie villain), she’s left wondering: Is Verity’s manuscript a work of fiction or her terrifying tell-all?
Cue dramatic music and your mom whispering, “I don’t trust that Verity lady.”
Anne Hathaway as Verity: What a Choice!
Anne Hathaway playing a potentially psychopathic author who may or may not be plotting something sinister? It’s giving “Oscars, please.” Hathaway’s ability to flip between lovable and menacing is basically her superpower—remember her in Les Misérables? Now imagine that, but with way more secrets and fewer songs about bread.
Get Ready to Cancel All Plans
If you haven’t read Verity yet, what are you doing with your life? This book has more twists than a bag of pretzels. Grab your copy now, because by the time the movie drops, you’ll want to be fully prepped for the collective gasp heard ‘round the world.
TL;DR: Anne Hathaway + Colleen Hoover’s Verity = cinematic gold. Go read the book and start practicing your “OMG” face.
