Reminders of Him

Reminders of Him — Release Date: March 13, 2026. Directed by Vanessa Caswill and based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling 2022 novel, Reminders of Him stars Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers, Rudy Pankow, Lauren Graham, and Bradley Whitford. Produced by Universal Pictures, the film is a romantic drama centered on guilt, grief, and the fragile hope of redemption.

Set largely in a quiet Wyoming town, the story follows Kenna Rowan, a young woman returning home after serving seven years in prison for a tragic car accident that altered multiple lives, including her own. The accident cost the life of her boyfriend Scotty and permanently separated her from her infant daughter, Diem, whom she has never known. Upon her release, Kenna’s sole purpose is to reconnect with her child and begin the long process of rebuilding a life marked by irreversible mistakes.

Her return is met with resistance and emotional barriers, particularly from Diem’s grandparents, Grace and Patrick Landry, who have been raising the child since the accident. Their refusal to allow Kenna access reflects unresolved grief and distrust, underscoring the film’s central tension between accountability and forgiveness. As Kenna struggles to find stability—emotionally, socially, and economically—she forms an unexpected bond with Ledger Ward, a former NFL player turned local bar owner who has his own ties to Scotty’s family.

The relationship between Kenna and Ledger unfolds quietly, rooted in empathy rather than idealism, and becomes both a source of healing and a new complication. As their connection deepens, long-buried truths resurface, forcing each character to confront personal loss and moral boundaries. The film avoids easy resolutions, instead focusing on emotional authenticity and the slow, often painful nature of reconciliation.

Anchored by intimate performances and restrained direction, Reminders of Him explores how love persists in the aftermath of tragedy, and whether a person defined by one devastating moment can still earn a second chance. The narrative emphasizes emotional consequence over melodrama, presenting a grounded portrayal of forgiveness that feels earned rather than promised.