The global literary sensation from #1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover makes its long-awaited leap from page to screen when Reminders of Him opens in South African cinemas on 20 March 2026.
A sweeping romantic drama rooted in motherhood, redemption and the fragile architecture of second chances, the film brings Hoover’s 2022 bestseller to life under the direction of Vanessa Caswill, who leads an all-female filmmaking team. With more than six million copies sold in the United States and translations in 45 languages, Reminders of Him has already cemented itself as one of Hoover’s most emotionally resonant works.
Maika Monroe stars as Kenna, a young mother whose life fractures after a devastating mistake sends her to prison. Seven years later, she returns to her hometown in Wyoming determined to rebuild her life and meet the daughter she has never known. But Diem’s custodial grandparents, played by screen icons Lauren Graham and three-time Emmy winner Bradley Whitford, stand firmly in her path.
Hope emerges in the most unexpected place when Kenna forms a connection with Ledger, a former NFL player turned local bar owner, portrayed by Tyriq Withers. As their relationship deepens, secrets threaten to unravel fragile new beginnings, forcing Kenna to confront heartbreak, accountability and the possibility of forgiveness.
The cast is further elevated by Rudy Pankow as Scotty, Lainey Wilson as Kenna’s friend Amy and a strong supporting ensemble including Jennifer Robertson, Zoe Kosovic, Hilary Jardine, Nicholas Duvernay and newcomer Monika Myers.
Adapted for the screen by Colleen Hoover and Lauren Levine, the film is produced by Hoover, Levine and Gina Matthews, with Robin Mulcahy Fisichella serving as executive producer. Universal Pictures presents a Heartbones Entertainment and Little Engine production.
Following the success of previous Hoover adaptations and the enduring appetite for emotionally driven storytelling, Reminders of Him is poised to resonate deeply with audiences seeking stories that linger long after the credits roll.
Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i36Zw32GfRQ
Reminders of Him opens in cinemas nationwide on 20 March 2026.