Directed by Josh Boone (The Fault in Our Stars, The New Mutants), Regretting You brings Hoover’s signature emotional storytelling to the big screen, offering a cinematic experience that is both intimate and universally relatable. The film will be released in U.S. theaters on October 24, 2025, marking Boone’s return to heartfelt, character-driven storytelling.

When Tragedy Breaks the Silence

At the heart of Regretting You lies a devastating accident — one that shatters the lives of Morgan Grant (Allison Williams) and her teenage daughter Clara (Mckenna Grace). What begins as a story of ordinary family struggles spirals into a web of secrets, betrayal, and painful revelations.

Morgan, once a devoted wife and mother, must come to terms with a shocking truth that upends everything she believed about her marriage and her family. Clara, on the other hand, is forced to confront adulthood far sooner than she expected, wrestling with her own heartbreak while trying to understand the woman her mother used to be.

The tragedy doesn’t just tear them apart — it pushes them toward rediscovery. Through loss, grief, and confrontation, both women begin to understand that love isn’t about perfection, but resilience.

Allison Williams as Morgan Grant – The Weight of Motherhood

Allison Williams, known for her performances in Get Out and M3GAN, takes on one of her most complex roles yet. As Morgan, she embodies a woman caught between her responsibilities as a mother and her longing for identity outside of them. Williams plays her with quiet strength — a woman whose heartbreak becomes a path to transformation.

Her portrayal is layered with subtle emotional tension, making Morgan both sympathetic and flawed. It’s a reminder that motherhood often demands impossible choices, and that forgiveness sometimes begins within.

Mckenna Grace as Clara – Youth, Rebellion, and Discovery

Mckenna Grace, one of Hollywood’s brightest young talents (Gifted, The Handmaid’s Tale), shines as Clara, the spirited daughter struggling to find herself in the shadow of grief. Grace captures the raw confusion of adolescence — torn between anger and love, independence and vulnerability.

Clara’s arc becomes the film’s emotional heartbeat. As she unravels family secrets, her defiance slowly turns to empathy. Grace’s performance promises to be a breakout moment — a portrayal both relatable and profoundly moving.

Dave Franco as Jonah Sullivan – The Keeper of Secrets

Dave Franco brings warmth and complexity to Jonah Sullivan, a friend entangled in the Grants’ world of loss and betrayal. His character walks the delicate line between loyalty and guilt — a man haunted by truths he wishes he could change. Franco’s quiet intensity adds emotional depth, making Jonah more than a supporting figure; he’s the silent witness to the film’s most painful revelations.

Mason Thames as Miller Adams – A Flicker of Hope

Mason Thames (The Black Phone) plays Miller Adams, a young man whose sincerity and kindness offer Clara a glimpse of hope amid despair. His chemistry with Mckenna Grace brings tenderness to the story, balancing its heavier themes with moments of warmth and connection.

Their evolving friendship mirrors the film’s central message — that love can still bloom even in the aftermath of loss.

Supporting Cast and Emotional Gravity

The supporting cast enriches the world of Regretting You with emotional realism.

• Scott Eastwood (Fury, The Longest Ride) plays Chris Grant, Morgan’s husband, whose hidden past fuels the film’s most shocking revelations.

• Willa Fitzgerald (Reacher, Dare Me) portrays Jenny Davidson, a character whose presence challenges the boundaries of love and loyalty.

• Sam Morelos, Marcelle LeBlanc, and Clancy Brown (The Shawshank Redemption) round out the ensemble, grounding the story with authenticity and generational perspective.

Each actor contributes to the film’s delicate balance of heartbreak and healing, creating a tapestry of intertwined lives that feel painfully real.

Josh Boone’s Direction – Emotion Over Spectacle

Director Josh Boone is no stranger to emotional storytelling. After The Fault in Our Stars, he once again dives deep into the psychology of love and loss. His approach favors sincerity over sentimentality — crafting a film that feels lived-in, raw, and deeply empathetic.

With Susan McMartin’s screenplay adaptation, Boone captures the rhythm of Hoover’s writing — the pauses, the confrontations, and the silent moments where emotion speaks louder than dialogue. The result is a film that moves at the pace of real healing — slow, painful, but ultimately hopeful.

A Universal Story of Love and Regret

Regretting You isn’t just about family; it’s about how the people we love the most can also hurt us the deepest. It’s a story of facing uncomfortable truths, accepting imperfection, and finding strength in forgiveness.

The relationship between Morgan and Clara is one of mirrors — each reflecting the other’s fears and desires. Their journey reminds us that regret doesn’t have to define us. Sometimes, it’s the beginning of understanding.

Release Information

• Release Date: October 24, 2025 (U.S. Theatrical Release)

• Genre: Drama, Romance

• Runtime: 1h 56m

• Director: Josh Boone

• Screenplay: Susan McMartin

• Based on the Novel by: Colleen Hoover

• Main Cast: Allison Williams, Mckenna Grace, Dave Franco, Mason Thames, Scott Eastwood, Willa Fitzgerald, Sam Morelos, Clancy Brown, Marcelle LeBlanc