Anne Hathaway says she is juggling multiple 2026 releases and is set to star in novel adaptation Yesteryear

Anne Hathaway says 2026 has been marked by what she described as a jam-packed stretch of film work, as she prepares for continued releases and looks ahead to a new adaptation project. Speaking in connection with her current schedule, Hathaway discussed both her ongoing movie calendar and an upcoming screen version of the bestselling novel Yesteryear, which she is set to take on as a major acting role.

Hathaway’s comments come as she celebrates her fourth film of 2026. The Hollywood Reporter reported that she is marking that milestone with the release of The End of Oak Street. The outlet also said Hathaway has been speaking about the practical realities of keeping up a demanding production rhythm while also promoting multiple projects around the same period.

Alongside her release activity, Hathaway also addressed the kind of story she is preparing to perform next. The Hollywood Reporter reported that she will be part of the adaptation of Yesteryear, describing it as a satire tied to “tradwife” culture. In her discussion, Hathaway framed the project in terms of how it relates to contemporary audiences and the role that humor and exaggeration can play in portraying modern social trends.

The interview highlighted that Hathaway is not only working across different productions, but also switching between genres and tones, including the shift from a new title associated with her 2026 milestone to a novel-based satire. The report characterizes Yesteryear as a hit novel, and Hathaway’s involvement indicates a continued emphasis in her career on big, recognizable literary material translated for wide audiences.

The Hollywood Reporter’s report did not specify a full production timeline for Yesteryear beyond Hathaway’s role and the fact that the project is in development or next up from her current slate. It also did not provide details on casting beyond Hathaway in the portion of the report summarized in the discovery item.

Even without additional timing information in the account, the news adds to the broader pattern of major studios and streamers turning to popular books for screen adaptations, especially when the source material already has a built-in readership. Hathaway’s attachment suggests that the project will likely draw attention from audiences who follow her work and from readers seeking to see how the novel’s premise translates to film.

For now, Hathaway’s most immediate audience-facing focus remains the release cycle tied to her reported fourth film of 2026, including The End of Oak Street, while details about the form and release date of Yesteryear’s adaptation await further announcements from the production and distribution teams involved.