When it comes to upcoming book adaptations , we’re always curious to see how the source material compares, and how much the author gets involved (should they be still living). The latest of the 2025 movies based on a bestselling book is Regretting You , which was authored by viral author Colleen Hoover, but how much was she involved in the film’s production?

Hoover is listed as an executive producer on Regretting You . When I spoke to the movie’s director Josh Boone, he shared that her involvement in the production was “very minimal.” As he explained further:

I wanted nothing but for Colleen to love the movie, which she did, which was the biggest ‘Whew.’ But, she had had such a tumultuous time on that last one. I just wanted her to have a good experience and I didn't want t

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