Reminders of Him opened in U.S. theaters on March 13, 2026, bringing Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel to the big screen and marking country star Lainey Wilson’s feature-film debut. The release matters both for fans of Hoover’s emotional romances and for audiences curious to see a music star step into a dramatic role.
What happened
Directed by Vanessa Caswill with a screenplay by Colleen Hoover and Lauren Levine, Reminders of Him stars Maika Monroe as Kenna Rowa and Tyriq Withers as Ledger Ward. The film, rated PG-13, arrived in theaters nationwide this weekend; showtimes are available via Fandango.
Who’s in it and what it’s about
Adapted from Hoover’s 2022 novel, the story follows Kenna, newly released after seven years in prison following a car crash that killed her boyfriend, Scott (played in the film by Rudy Pankow). Kenna navigates grief and second chances when she meets Ledger, a former NFL player and bar owner played by Withers. Supporting cast members include Lauren Graham, Bradley Whitford and Nicholas Duvernay.
Lainey Wilson’s role and premiere reactions
Wilson plays Amy, a grocery-store shift manager who hires Kenna and becomes a friend and source of advice. The character appears in the book with brown hair; Wilson’s portrayal is blonde on screen. Wilson—who previously had a recurring role on Yellowstone—called her appearance at the March 2026 premiere a milestone: “This is crazy, I looked at myself in the mirror and I was like, ‘Oh, my gosh, this is my first feature film,’” she told reporters. She also joked about ditching her signature hat for the red carpet: “This is my very first feature film and I’m not wearing a hat in the feature film.”
Wilson praised the production and cast, saying she enjoyed forging a friendship with Hoover and celebrating “good people on the set.”
Parental guidance and tone
Common Sense Media lists the film as PG-13. Viewers should expect themes of grief, prison, loss and emotional scenes that may prompt tissues for fans of Hoover’s tear-jerker style.
Where to watch and streaming outlook
Right now the only way to see Reminders of Him is in theaters. Because Universal Pictures released the film, the likely streaming path is a first window on Peacock, followed months later by availability to buy on digital platforms and then a period on Amazon Prime Video, per the existing Universal–Amazon windowing model. Estimates shared by outlets suggest digital purchase could appear about a month after theatrical release and Peacock streaming a few months later (summer 2026), with Prime Video access to follow — but Universal has not announced official home-release dates.
Why it matters now
The film’s theatrical opening is a test of Colleen Hoover’s box-office pull and of Lainey Wilson’s crossover appeal. For viewers, it’s a chance to judge a much-discussed adaptation in theaters first and to follow the expected streaming rollout later this year.