Universal Pictures is set to release Reminders Of Him on March 13, 2026, adapting one of Colleen Hoover’s most emotionally devastating and widely loved novels for the big screen. Known for stories that sit heavy on the heart long after the final page, this romantic drama promises to bring the same raw intensity and emotional depth that made the book a global phenomenon.
The film follows Kenna, played by Maika Monroe, whose life shatters after a single, unbearable mistake sends her to prison. Seven years later, she returns to her hometown in Wyoming with one fragile hope: the chance to meet and reconnect with her daughter Diem, a child she has never known. But the road to redemption is anything but simple. Diem’s grandparents, who have raised her in Kenna’s absence, refuse to let her anywhere near the child, unwilling to reopen old wounds or trust the woman tied to their deepest loss.
As Kenna struggles to rebuild her life from scratch, she forms an unexpected bond with Ledger, portrayed by Tyriq Withers, a former NFL player turned local bar owner. What begins as quiet compassion grows into something deeper and more dangerous, as their relationship threatens to unravel fragile trust and expose both of them to painful consequences. Their connection is tender, complicated, and constantly shadowed by the past, making every moment feel earned rather than idealized.
The supporting cast adds further weight to the story, with Rudy Pankow, Lainey Wilson, Lauren Graham, and Bradley Whitford playing key roles in shaping the emotional landscape of the film. Their presence reinforces the central themes of grief, accountability, and the long road toward forgiveness.
Directed by Vanessa Caswill, the film leans into emotional realism rather than melodrama, allowing silence, restraint, and performance to carry the story’s heaviest moments. Colleen Hoover herself serves as a producer alongside Lauren Levine and Gina Matthews, ensuring that the adaptation stays faithful to the heart of the novel that resonated so deeply with readers.
At its core, Reminders Of Him is not a simple love story. It is about living with consequences, about whether redemption is possible when the damage feels irreversible, and about the courage it takes to hope again when the world refuses to let you forget who you were. The film explores motherhood, grief, and forgiveness with an honesty that refuses easy answers.
As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build among fans of the book and newcomers alike. While we have not seen the film yet and are not claiming to, Reminders Of Him is already shaping up to be one of 2026’s most emotionally impactful romantic dramas, one that asks difficult questions and sits with the answers long after the credits roll.
