Will Mckenna Grace’s 'Regretting You' be On Netflix- Cast, Plot, Release Date and All About the Upcoming Colleen Hoover Movie

Published 08/06/2025, 11:12 AM EDT

Colleen Hoover’s ever-expanding screen endeavors continue as her 2019 bestseller, Regretting You, prepares for its upcoming release. Backed by a rising cast and plenty of anticipation, the adaptation promises to bring fresh attention to one of the author’s most talked-about titles. Leading the charge is McKenna Grace, stepping into a role that already has fans curious. With production officially wrapped and buzz reaching a fever pitch, who are the additional cast members joining Grace on the adventure?

While Mckenna Grace leads with quiet intensity, the elaborate ensemble of Regretting You is no less promising.

Regretting You cast brings big surprises

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The cast of Regretting You brings together a dynamic mix of talent led, as mentioned above, by Mckenna Grace. She plays the teenage daughter to a young mother who puts her dreams aside to raise her child. The latter character is portrayed in the film by Morgan Grant. The pair’s relationship forms the heart of the Colleen Hoover adaptation, which explores family secrets and emotional reckoning.

Joining them in the film is a lineup of actors who add depth to the effort’s storytelling. Dave Franco takes on the role of Jonah, while Mason Thames, known for How to Train Your Dragon, portrays Miller. Rounding out the cast are Scott Eastwood and Reacher star Willa Fitzgerald, who play Chris and Jenny, respectively.

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With the casting and the central themes confirmed, those who have not read Regretting You inquire about the potential plot of the film.

A mother-daughter bond is tested in Regretting You’s emotional screen adaptation

Regretting You follows Morgan and her daughter Clara as they navigate the emotional brunt of a tragic car accident that claims the lives of two family members. The loss unearths painful secrets, unraveling the trust and deepening the rift between them. As grief and resentment take hold, the duo is forced to confront hard truths about love, loss, and forgiveness. While the film’s faithfulness to Colleen Hoover’s work remains uncertain, its holistic core, rooted in the pair's relationship, remains firmly in place. With stakes running high, the only question that remains is when Regretting You will reach audiences, and will it be available to stream on Netflix?

All about Regretting You release date and streaming details

Regretting You is officially set to hit theaters on October 24, marking another theatrical outing for Colleen Hoover, who recently weathered the It Ends With Us controversy. Directed by Josh Boone, best known for helming The Fault in Our Stars, the film continues his streak of bringing emotionally charged novels to life. Netflix has not yet acquired the movie’s streaming rights, so the details on Regretting You’s digital future remain unknown as of this writing.

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Filming on the project began in March 2024 in the Atlanta metro area, a notable shift from the book's small-town Texas setting. This location change adds another layer of intrigue to the film. With Josh Boone at the helm and a powerful cast in place, Regretting You is very well positioned to stand out in cinemas this fall.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema Sinha is a journalist at Netflix Junkie, covering the celebrity culture and global cinema beats. With three years of experience at major Hollywood media verticals, she filters real news from the gossip and buzz. Her core focus is on pop culture narratives surrounding musicians—primarily Taylor Swift—with her reporting striking a fine balance between human insight and editorial clarity.

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