Trending Now - Anne Hathaway Considered Exiting Role After Disappointing Performance

WHO:

US Magazine - Anne Hathaway plays the titular character in the film "Mother Mary."

Deadline - Michaela Coel plays Hathaway's character's former BFF and costume designer in "Mother Mary."

WHAT:

US Magazine - Anne Hathaway considered quitting her role after watching footage of herself in the film.

Deadline - Hathaway expressed her desire to quit to her husband after seeing herself perform, stating, "This is really bad."

US Magazine - The film "Mother Mary" is described as a psychological thriller.

WHERE:

US Magazine - The film is produced by A24.

WHY:

Deadline - Hathaway struggled to find her inner pop star for the role.

HOW:

Deadline - Hathaway performs original songs by Jack Antonoff, Charli XCX, and FKA twigs in the film.

(UPDATED May 22, 2026 19:31 UTC)

In the upcoming psychological thriller "Mother Mary," Anne Hathaway stars as the titular character, while Michaela Coel plays her former best friend and costume designer. Hathaway recently revealed that she considered quitting the role after watching footage of her performance, telling her husband, "This is really bad." The film, produced by A24, features original songs by Jack Antonoff, Charli XCX, and FKA twigs, showcasing Hathaway's journey to find her inner pop star.