Reminders of Him Movie: Where to Watch, Cast, and What Changed from the Book

By the Ember team · Updated August 25, 2026

The Reminders of Him movie arrived in theaters on March 13, 2026, and began streaming on Peacock on July 10, 2026. Directed by Vanessa Caswill and starring Maika Monroe as Kenna Rowan and Tyriq Withers as Ledger Ward, the adaptation is the first Colleen Hoover book where the author co-wrote the screenplay. Hoover worked with Lauren Levine to bring her 2022 novel to the screen.

The film runs 1 hour and 54 minutes and is rated PG-13. It has an IMDb score of 6.3 out of 10 based on over 12,000 ratings. If you read the book and are wondering whether the movie captures the story, or if you watched the film first and want to know what the book adds, this guide covers where to watch, who stars in it, what changed from page to screen, and what to read next if you want more Colleen Hoover.

Short answer

The Reminders of Him movie was released in theaters on March 13, 2026, and began streaming on Peacock on July 10, 2026. Directed by Vanessa Caswill and starring Maika Monroe as Kenna Rowan and Tyriq Withers as Ledger Ward, the adaptation is the first Colleen Hoover screenplay co-written by the author herself.

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Where to watch Reminders of Him right now

As of August 2026, Reminders of Him is streaming on Peacock. The film debuted in theaters on March 13, 2026, through Universal Pictures, and moved to Peacock on July 10, 2026. If you have a Peacock subscription, you can watch it now.

The film is not on Netflix, Hulu, or Prime Video. It is a Universal release, so Peacock is the exclusive streaming home. If you do not have Peacock, you can sign up through their website. Pricing changes, but plans typically start around $7.99 per month for the ad-supported tier.

Reminders of Him cast: who plays who

The Reminders of Him cast includes Maika Monroe as Kenna Rowan, a mother returning from prison to reconnect with her young daughter. Tyriq Withers plays Ledger Ward, the bar owner who becomes Kenna's unexpected romantic connection. Rudy Pankow, Lauren Graham, and Bradley Whitford round out the main cast. Country music star Lainey Wilson makes her film debut in the movie.

Vanessa Caswill directed the film. Caswill is known for her work on television dramas including The Tattooist of Auschwitz and episodes of Conversations with Friends. The screenplay was written by Colleen Hoover and Lauren Levine. This is the first time Hoover has co-written a screenplay for one of her own adaptations. The composer is Tom Howe.

The film was shot in Calgary between April 16 and June 12, 2025. The Los Angeles premiere was held on March 9, 2026, four days before the theatrical release.

Book vs. movie: what changed

The Reminders of Him movie follows the novel closely, which makes sense given that Colleen Hoover co-wrote the screenplay. The story centers on Kenna Rowan, who served five years in prison after a tragic accident that killed her boyfriend Scotty Landry. When she is released, she returns to her hometown hoping to reconnect with her daughter Diem, who is being raised by Scotty's parents.

Spoilers below

This section discusses plot details from both the book and the movie. If you have not finished either, skip ahead.

The novel opens with Kenna writing letters to Scotty, which gives readers access to her internal world and her guilt over his death. The movie uses voiceover and visual flashbacks to convey the same emotional arc, but the format shift means less time inside Kenna's head. The letters in the book are deeply introspective. The film condenses that introspection into scenes and dialogue.

One of the novel's emotional anchors is the relationship between Kenna and Ledger Ward, Scotty's best friend, who works at a bar in town. In the book, their connection builds slowly, with both characters carrying guilt and conflicting loyalties. The movie keeps this dynamic but streamlines the timeline. Some secondary characters, including other bar patrons and friends, appear less in the film.

The ending of the book involves a confrontation between Kenna and Scotty's parents over custody and forgiveness. The movie follows the same resolution but compresses the final act. The emotional payoff is similar, but the pacing is faster.

If you read the book first, the movie will feel faithful but more condensed. If you watched the movie first, the book will give you more time with Kenna's grief, Ledger's internal conflict, and the secondary relationships that support the main story.

Should you read the book after the movie?

If the movie worked for you, the book will deepen it. The novel gives you more time with Kenna's grief, Ledger's internal conflict, and the letters Kenna writes to Scotty. The film shows you what happens. The book shows you why it matters.

Colleen Hoover writes with emotional specificity that is hard to translate fully to film. The novel lets you sit with Kenna's shame, her hope, and her fear of being rejected by her daughter. It lets you see Ledger wrestle with loyalty to his dead best friend while falling for the woman blamed for his death. The movie conveys these dynamics, but the book lingers on them.

If you watched the movie and thought the romance felt rushed or the forgiveness arc felt unearned, the book addresses that. The pacing is slower, the emotional work is more visible, and the supporting characters get more development.

That said, if you watched the movie and it did not land, the book is more of the same. It is not a different story. It is the same story with more pages. If the premise or the emotional tone did not work for you, reading the book will not change that.

More Colleen Hoover on screen

Reminders of Him is one of three Colleen Hoover movies released in 2025 and 2026. If you want more adaptations of her work, here is what else is out.

Regretting You was released in theaters on October 24, 2025, and is now streaming on Paramount+. The film stars Allison Williams and Mckenna Grace in a mother-daughter conflict story centered on grief and second-chance love.

Verity, the psychological thriller starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson, is set to release in theaters on October 2, 2026.

For a full rundown of Colleen Hoover's books and adaptations, see the Colleen Hoover author page.

Books like Reminders of Him

If you liked the emotional weight and second-chance themes in Reminders of Him, these books land in similar territory.

Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover is another contemporary romance centered on grief, emotional baggage, and a slow-burn connection between two people carrying secrets. The tone is grounded and the stakes are high.

The Idea of You by Robinne Lee explores a romance between a single mother and a younger man, with themes of forgiveness, self-acceptance, and navigating judgment from others. The emotional honesty is similar to Reminders of Him.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid is not structurally similar to Reminders of Him, but it carries the same emotional depth and centers on characters making peace with their past. If you liked the way Reminders of Him handled regret and redemption, this one will land.

For more romance recommendations, see the best romance books guide.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch the Reminders of Him movie?

The Reminders of Him movie is streaming on Peacock as of July 10, 2026. It was originally released in theaters by Universal Pictures on March 13, 2026.

Is Reminders of Him on Netflix?

No, the Reminders of Him movie is not on Netflix. It is streaming exclusively on Peacock.

Who stars in the Reminders of Him movie?

The Reminders of Him movie stars Maika Monroe as Kenna Rowan, Tyriq Withers as Ledger Ward, Rudy Pankow, Lauren Graham, Bradley Whitford, and Lainey Wilson in her film debut.

Is Reminders of Him based on a book?

Yes, Reminders of Him is based on the 2022 novel by Colleen Hoover. The film is notable because Hoover co-wrote the screenplay with Lauren Levine, making it her first screenplay adaptation.

Is Reminders of Him appropriate for teens?

The Reminders of Him movie is rated PG-13. It deals with mature themes including incarceration, grief, and second-chance romance. Parents should review the content before watching with younger teens.

Sources

All release dates, cast details, and production information were verified from the sources below as of August 2026.

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