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Amazon MGM Studios Secures Film Rights to Ali Hazelwood’s “Love, Theoretically”
6/30/2026, 4:25:48 AM
Amazon MGM Studios Secures Film Rights and Production Plan
Amazon MGM Studios announced it has secured the film rights to Ali Hazelwood’s New York Times-bestselling novel “Love, Theoretically.” The adaptation will be produced by Colleen Hoover’s Heartbones Entertainment alongside Lauren Levine, Max Siemers and Tanner Anderson of Magic Hour Entertainment. Sofia Alvarez will write and direct, also serving as executive producer with Hazelwood. The news preceded Prime Video’s inaugural Obsessed Fest, where the upcoming “The Love Hypothesis” adaptation was showcased.
Source Material and Author Representation
The Berkley-published “Love, Theoretically” follows rival physicists entangled in academic feuds and false identities, blending romance with scientific rivalry. Hazelwood, a No. 1 New York Times and global bestseller, has sold more than seven million copies across titles such as “The Love Hypothesis,” “Deep End,” and “Bride.” Hazelwood is represented by UTA and Thao Le of the Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency.
Key Figures and Production Teams
Colleen Hoover, author of “It Ends With Us,” produces via Heartbones Entertainment with partner Lauren Levine. Max Siemers, producer of Netflix’s “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” trilogy, returns as producer. Sofia Alvarez, a Juilliard and Bennington graduate, directs, drawing on her Netflix adaptations of Jenny Han’s novels and “Along for the Ride.” Alvarez is represented by UTA, Kaplan Perrone, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman.
Timeline of Recent and Upcoming Projects
- June 2026: Amazon MGM Studios announces acquisition of “Love, Theoretically” rights.
- September 23 2026: Prime Video premieres Hazelwood’s “The Love Hypothesis” adaptation starring Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman.
- October 2026: Release of “Verity,” a Hoover-based film starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett.
- 2026 onward: Alvarez develops “Divine Rivals” (Paramount) and Magic Hour completes “Ded,” a silent film with Carlos López Estrada, Camila Mendes, and Eugenio Derbez.
Data and Statistics
Ali Hazelwood’s catalog has sold over seven million copies worldwide. Magic Hour Entertainment’s debut feature “Reminders of Him” earned $89 million globally on a $25 million budget. The upcoming “Verity” adaptation features Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett.
Why It Matters: Impact on Streaming and YA Romance
The partnership underscores streaming services’ growing role in adapting YA romance novels into multi-platform franchises. Successes such as the “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” trilogy demonstrated that streaming can sustain sequels, and the trilogy is widely credited for reviving the YA romantic comedy genre. This prompted Amazon MGM Studios to expand its catalog with Hazelwood’s work.
Official Statements and Responses
Amazon MGM Studios confirmed the acquisition, noting the novel’s blend of romance and scientific intrigue. Heartbones Entertainment announced Hoover’s involvement as producer, emphasizing its commitment to YA adaptations. Magic Hour Entertainment highlighted its collaboration with Alvarez and the broader slate of upcoming projects. Heartbones Entertainment already has an existing partnership with Amazon MGM Studios.
Criticism & Opposition
Public reporting did not reveal any organized criticism or opposition to the adaptation. Media coverage focused on production details and industry implications, with no dissenting viewpoints documented in the available sources.
What’s Next: Future Projects
Beyond “Love, Theoretically,” Alvarez is slated to adapt Rebecca Ross’s “Divine Rivals” for Paramount, while Magic Hour Entertainment finalizes the silent film “Ded.” Both projects signal continued investment in genre-blending adaptations across streaming and theatrical channels.
