Reminders of Him (2026) is an American romantic drama centered on grief, redemption, and forgiveness. The film is directed by Vanessa Caswill and written by Colleen Hoover and Lauren Levine.
It stars Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers, Lauren Graham, Bradley Whitford, Rudy Pankow, and Lainey Wilson.
Based on the bestselling novel (2022), the story follows a young mother seeking forgiveness after prison. The film is produced by Heartbones Entertainment and Universal Pictures, releasing theatrically on March 13, 2026
Reminders of Him Age Rating
Reminders of Him is rated PG-13 for sexual content, strong language, drug content, some violent content, and brief partial nudity. This rating reflects mature emotional themes and adult situations. The film focuses heavily on grief, guilt, and personal accountability. While romantic in tone, it is emotionally intense and not aimed at younger viewers.
Violence & Peril
Violence is mild but emotionally heavy. A past accidental death is discussed and shown in flashbacks without graphic detail. Scenes include emotional confrontations, shouting, and distress tied to loss. There is no sustained physical violence or gore.
Language
Strong language appears intermittently. The film includes several uses of profanity, including the f-word.
Language is used during emotional breakdowns and arguments. Dialogue reflects adult relationships and grief.
Mature Themes
Themes include incarceration, parental separation, grief, addiction, and forgiveness. Drug content includes references to substance use connected to past trauma. Sexual content includes intimate scenes and brief partial nudity without explicit detail. The emotional weight may be distressing for sensitive viewers.
Is Reminders of Him Suitable for Teens?
Ages 12 and under: Not suitable. The themes and emotional intensity are too mature for younger viewers.
Ages 13–15: With guidance. Teens may struggle with the heavy subject matter and adult relationships.
Ages 16–17: Generally appropriate. Older teens can engage with the themes if prepared for emotional content.
Final recommendation: Best suited for ages 16 and up.
What Parents Can Do
- Discuss themes of accountability, forgiveness, and emotional healing after viewing.
- Prepare teens for discussions around grief, prison, and parental loss.
- Encourage open conversation about healthy relationships and coping with guilt.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Reminders of Him?
A: The film is rated PG-13 for sexual content, language, drug content, and brief nudity.
Q: Is Reminders of Him appropriate for teens?
A: It may be appropriate for older teens, but parental guidance is recommended.
Q: Does the film include sexual content?
A: Yes, there are romantic scenes and brief partial nudity.
Q: How intense is the subject matter?
A: The film deals with grief, death, and incarceration emotionally.
Q: Is the movie based on a book?
A: Yes, it adapts Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel.
Q: Where can I watch Reminders of Him?
A: The film releases exclusively in theaters on March 13, 2026.
Official Website: Reminders of Him | Universal Pictures