The Idea of You

(2024)

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Synopsis

40-something Selène and Hayes, a younger man in a famous boy band, start a relationship after a chance encounter at Coachella

When Solène takes her daughter to Coachella, she forms a surprising connection with Hayes, a member of one of the most popular boy bands in the world. But as their relationship starts to take off, are they ready to face the pressures from society?

What to know

Anne Hathaway stars alongside Nicholas Galitzine in Michael Showalter’s romantic drama for Amazon

The Idea of You is an upcoming romantic drama film produced for Amazon Prime Video. The film is directed by Michael Showalter, who co-wrote the screenplay with Jennifer Westfeldt. Showalter is known for creating and starring in Wet Hot American Summer and for directing The Big Sick. The Idea of You is based on the 2017 debut novel of the same name by actress Robinne Lee.

The Idea of You stars Anne Hathaway (The Devil Wears Prada) as Solène Marchand, a 40-something single mum who gets swept away in a romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), a member of the popular boy band August Moon. They are joined by Ella Rubin as Izzy, Solène’s daughter, and Reid Scott as Daniel, Solène’s ex husband. Other cast members include Jordan Aaron Hall, Jaiden Anthony, Viktor White, Dakota Adan, Annie Mumolo, and Perry Mattfeld.

Production News

  • June 21, 2021
    • Amazon partners with Welle Entertainment to make The Idea of You, starring Anne Hathaway. The script is adapted by Jennifer Westfeldt. (Source: Deadline)
  • August 25, 2022
    • Michael Showalter joins the production as the film’s director. He previously created Wet Hot American Summer, among other films. (Source: Deadline)
  • September 19, 2022
    • Nicholas Galitzine joins the cast of The Idea of You in a main role opposite Anne Hathaway. Galitzine previously starred in Red, White & Royal Blue. (Source: Deadline)
  • January 30, 2024
    • The Idea of You will premiere at SXSW and close out the festival. (Source: Variety)

Genres

Comedy, Drama, Romance

Runtime

1h 55min

Production country

United States

Director

Michael Showalter

Cast

Anne Hathaway
Solène Marchand
Nicholas Galitzine
Hayes Campbell
Ella Rubin
Izzy
Annie Mumolo
Tracy
Reid Scott
Daniel
Perry Mattfeld
Eva
Jordan Aaron Hall
Zeke
Meg Millidge
Claire
Cheech Manohar
Jeremy
Raymond Cham Jr.
Oliver
Jaiden Anthony
Adrian
Vik White
Simon
Dakota Adan
Rory
Roxy Rivera
Jodie
Graham Norton
Graham Norton
Grace Junot
Nancy
Jon Levine
Lawrence