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Verity
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Directed by Michael Showalter. With Dakota Johnson, Anne Hathaway, Josh Hartnett.
7.0/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
Lowen Ashleigh is hired by Jeremy Crawford to ghostwrite novels for his bestselling author wife Verity, who is unable to finish following an accident. Lowen gradually uncovers Verity's disturbing truths while residing at the Crawfords' home to work.
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MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTLowen Ashleigh gets hired by Jeremy Crawford to ghostwrite novels for his bestselling author wife Verity, who's unable to finish after an accident. Lowen uncovers Veri…
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Verity.
MoviHero lists September 30, 2026 as the release date for Verity. Michael Showalter is the listed director. The listed cast includes Dakota Johnson as Lowen Ashleigh, Anne Hathaway as Verity Crawford, Josh Hartnett as Jeremy Crawford, Ismael Cruz Cordova as Corey. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateSeptember 30, 2026
GenresMystery · Thriller
Runtime1h 57m
DirectorMichael Showalter
CastDakota Johnson as Lowen Ashleigh, Anne Hathaway as Verity Crawford, Josh Hartnett as Jeremy Crawford, Ismael Cruz Cordova as Corey
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is Verity right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Verity runs 1h 57m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 6/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 4/10, suggesting a lighter emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 7.0/10 from 610 votes. Updated Nov 6, 2026.
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact4/10
Mind-Bending7/10
Scary5/10
Violence4/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required6/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
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“A movie that bills itself as more than it turns out to be has got to be guilty of one of the most egregious sins…”
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“"Lowen" (Dakota Johnson) has just left a sparsely-attended book signing when her agent tells her she might have an opportunity to make some proper cash.”
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“filmreviewhaiku Two great turns, one mope / Well shot, good backdrop, all fine / I'd rewatch if asked”
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CAST & CREW
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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