The Scarlett Johansson My Mother’s Wedding trailer has been released, showcasing a family comedy-drama where Johansson, Sienna Miller, and Emily Beecham play sisters who gather for their mother’s upcoming wedding. This anticipated film, set in their childhood home, introduces a blend of humor and reflection as the characters revisit their pasts and confront what lies ahead.
Family Reunites for Their Mother’s Wedding in New Film
Directed by Kristin Scott Thomas, best known for her role in Four Weddings and a Funeral, My Mother’s Wedding features Thomas as Diana, the twice-widowed mother at the heart of the story. Joining her on screen, Scarlett Johansson takes on the role of Katherine, with Sienna Miller portraying Victoria, and Emily Beecham playing Georgina. The ensemble cast is further strengthened by the inclusion of Freida Pinto, Sindhu Vee, Joshua McGuire, Mark Stanley, Thibault de Montalembert, and Samson Kayo.
Directorial Debut Draws on Real-Life Inspiration
Kristin Scott Thomas not only directs but also co-wrote the screenplay with John Micklethwait, making this her first time at the helm of a feature film. The story draws inspiration from Thomas’s own family experiences, shaped by the loss of both her biological and stepfather at an early age. The trailer, which opens with playful exchanges about Diana’s third marriage, quickly establishes a mix of comedy and underlying emotional tension as the sisters question their mother about her choice of partner.
Sisters Navigate the Pasts and Present Amid Celebration
As the narrative unfolds, the three sisters try to find common ground during the wedding preparations, often questioning their mother’s decision to marry someone they see as unexciting. While they initially appear united in skepticism, the weekend-long gathering pushes each character to grapple with personal dilemmas, unresolved family issues, and their evolving relationships to each other and their mother.
“forced to revisit the past and confront the future”
—official synopsis
“In this heartfelt and funny story, three sisters return to their childhood home for a momentous occasion: the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother. Over the weekend, the family gathers to celebrate the new marriage, but mother and daughters alike are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, all with help from a colorful group of unexpected wedding guests,”
—official synopsis
Release Date and Anticipated Impact
My Mother’s Wedding is slated to premiere on August 8, 2025. Given the film’s mix of light-heartedness and emotional depth, along with strong performances from Johansson, Miller, Beecham, and Thomas, expectations are high among fans of ensemble family dramas. The film promises an engaging look at the complexities of sibling and parent relationships set against the backdrop of a major family event, potentially resonating with a wide range of viewers who appreciate heartfelt storytelling and witty family dynamics.
