After the massive box office success of It Ends With Us, Colleen Hoover fans in the U.S. have something new to look forward to—Regretting You, a tender yet gripping romantic drama, is headed to theaters this October.
Starring Allison Williams (Get Out) and McKenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Afterlife), Regretting You dives deep into the emotional aftermath of a devastating family tragedy and the tangled bond between a grieving mother and her teenage daughter.
Release Date & Distribution
-
United States: October 24, 2025
(Distributed by Paramount Pictures) -
Germany: October 23, 2025
(Distributed by Constantin Film)
What’s Regretting You About?
Adapted from Colleen Hoover’s 2019 novel of the same name, Regretting You follows Morgan Grant, a woman forced to rebuild her life after a car accident claims the lives of her husband Chris and her younger sister Jenny. Also reeling from the loss is Morgan’s teenage daughter Clara, who begins to unravel secrets that reshape her view of her family—and of love itself.
Set in the aftermath of that tragedy, the story explores:
-
Generational grief
-
Unspoken truths between loved ones
-
The complexity of a mother-daughter relationship strained by pain, resentment, and regret
According to News18, the film is “about growth, resilience, and self-discovery in the aftermath of tragedy.” Though it contains romantic elements, it’s more focused on family dynamics than love triangles, making it a unique entry among Hoover adaptations.
Cast & Characters
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Allison Williams | Morgan Grant (mother) |
| McKenna Grace | Clara Grant (daughter) |
| Dave Franco | Jonah Sullivan (Jenny’s widower) |
| Mason Thames | Miller Adams (Clara’s love interest) |
| Willa Fitzgerald | Jenny Davidson (Morgan’s sister) |
| Scott Eastwood | Chris Grant (Morgan’s late husband) |
| Clancy Brown | Hank “Gramps” Adams (Miller’s grandfather) |
| Sam Morelos, Marcelle LeBlanc, and others round out the supporting cast. |
Behind the Camera
-
Director: Josh Boone, best known for The Fault in Our Stars, brings a familiar emotional weight to the screen.
-
Screenwriter: Susan McMartin, known for Mom and Two and a Half Men.
-
Producers: Robert Kulzer (Constantin Film), Brunson Green (The Help), Anna Todd (After), and Flavia Viotti.
-
Executive Producers: Colleen Hoover herself, alongside Allison Williams, Dave Franco, and McKenna Grace.
Filming wrapped in May 2025, with much of the production taking place in the Atlanta metro area, making it a local point of interest as well.
Trailer & Themes
The trailer, released in August 2025, offers a glimpse into the film’s tearjerking tone—highlighting Morgan and Clara’s emotional distance and the secrets that drive them apart. Fans of The Fault in Our Stars or Little Women will likely appreciate the mix of heartbreak, hope, and healing.
Producer Brunson Green hinted at “little things sprinkled in” for longtime Colleen Hoover fans—perhaps Easter eggs or narrative nods to her other works.
Hoover’s Expanding Cinematic Universe
Following the breakout success of It Ends With Us (2024), which grossed over $350 million globally, Regretting You is the next step in the Hoover cinematic universe. Unlike its predecessor, this film leans more into family drama and intergenerational trauma than romance.
Up next? Verity, the psychological thriller adaptation, set to hit theaters in May 2026, starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson.
Final Thoughts
With a talented cast, a proven director in Josh Boone, and Colleen Hoover’s signature emotional storytelling, Regretting You has all the ingredients of a powerful cinematic experience.
For U.S. audiences—especially fans of Hoover’s novels or emotional family dramas—this film is a must-see this fall. Expect tears, revelations, and a deep exploration of the ties that bind us, even when broken.
