Ali Hazelwood’s bestselling novel The Love Hypothesis is being adapted into a feature film by Amazon MGM Studios and MRC. This romantic comedy, originally inspired by Star Wars fan fiction, follows the story of Olive Smith, a third-year Ph.D. candidate, and Dr. Adam Carlsen, a professor, who enter into a fake relationship that evolves into something real.
🎬 Cast and Crew
Main Cast
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Lili Reinhart as Olive Smith: Known for her role in Riverdale, Reinhart stars as the lead character and also serves as an executive producer.
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Tom Bateman as Dr. Adam Carlsen: Bateman, recognized for his role in Murder on the Orient Express, portrays the grumpy professor. Interestingly, he is married to Daisy Ridley, who played Rey in Star Wars, adding a meta layer to the casting.
Supporting Cast
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Rachel Marsh as Anh Pham: Olive’s best friend and confidante. Marsh has appeared in FX’s Adults and is set to appear in Apple’s The Morning Show and Prime Video’s Fallout.
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Jaboukie Young-White as Malcolm: Olive’s roommate, known for his role in Set It Up and upcoming projects like The Threesome.
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Arty Froushan as Tom Benton: A colleague of Olive’s, Froushan has credits in Daredevil: Born Again, Downton Abbey, and SOULM8TE.
Crew
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Director: Claire Scanlon, known for Set It Up and episodes of Abbott Elementary.
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Screenwriter: Sarah Rothschild.
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Producers: Elizabeth Cantillon and Lili Reinhart.
📖 Plot Overview
The story centers on Olive Smith, a biology Ph.D. candidate who doesn’t believe in lasting romantic relationships. To convince her best friend Anh that she’s over a recent heartbreak, Olive impulsively kisses the first man she sees, Dr. Adam Carlsen, a respected and notoriously intimidating professor. What begins as a fake relationship leads to unexpected emotional developments.
📅 Production and Release
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Filming Start: July 11, 2025, in Montreal, Canada.
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Filming End: August 29, 2025.
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Release Date: As of now, an official release date has not been announced.
📺 Where to Watch
The film is expected to be released on Amazon Prime Video, given the involvement of Amazon MGM Studios in production.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is The Love Hypothesis based on a true story?
No, it’s a work of fiction. However, the novel was inspired by Star Wars fan fiction, particularly the relationship between Rey and Kylo Ren.
Q2: Will there be a trailer released soon?
Currently, there is no official trailer available.
Q3: Who wrote the original novel?
The novel was written by Ali Hazelwood and was published in 2021.
Q4: Where can I buy the book?
The book is available for purchase at various retailers, including Dymocks. WHO
Q5: Is there any connection between the film’s cast and the original Star Wars characters?
Yes, Tom Bateman, who plays Dr. Adam Carlsen, is married to Daisy Ridley, who portrayed Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
📚 Conclusion
The Love Hypothesis film adaptation brings to life Ali Hazelwood’s beloved novel with a talented cast and experienced crew. While fans eagerly await its release, the combination of romance, science, and humor promises a compelling viewing experience.
