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Anne Hathaway’s 2026 Thriller Sets Surprise Return With New Alternate Ending
Anne Hathaway’s thriller *Verity* is set for a two-disc Blu-ray and 4K release, giving viewers access to two alternate endings and deleted scenes. The additional material may shed light on the film’s debated conclusion, while extending the reach of a profitable adaptation despite a short cinema run and negative reviews.
Amazon MGM Studios and Alliances Entertainment are preparing the release for 15 December 2026, with director Michael Showalter providing an audio commentary. The film is based on Colleen Hoover’s novel and was adapted by Nick Antosca; it grossed more than four times its production budget and has a 72% audience Popcornmeter score.
In short
- *Verity* arrives on Blu-ray and 4K on 15 December.
- The release includes two alternate endings and deleted scenes.
- The thriller earned more than four times its production budget.
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The case for
The home release gives viewers a chance to compare the alternate endings and deleted scenes, potentially deepening discussion of a deliberately debated conclusion. Releasing extra material also lets the filmmakers extend the life of a commercially successful adaptation and offer fans more value.
The case against
Marketing alternate endings may turn ambiguity that some viewers value into a bid for renewed attention, especially after a short cinema run and negative reviews. A profitable release does not necessarily mean the additional material will improve the film, and presenting multiple conclusions could weaken the impact of the one chosen for cinemas.
Explained simply
Verity is a psychological thriller based on a novel by Colleen Hoover. It follows Lowen Ashleigh, a writer hired to help complete a successful author’s book series while staying at the author’s home, where she finds material that raises questions about what happened to the family.
The story centres on Lowen, author Verity Crawford and Verity’s husband, Jeremy. As Lowen investigates, the film leaves uncertainty about which account of events can be trusted, making its conclusion a subject of debate.
The film was directed by Michael Showalter and adapted for the screen by Nick Antosca. Its commercial success alongside mixed critical reactions helps explain the interest in its different versions and extra scenes.