Luca Guadagnino returns with his latest film, Julia Roberts After the Hunt, which includes performances by Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, and Andrew Garfield. The movie follows college professor Alma, played by Roberts, as she confronts a crisis when a student accuses a close colleague of misconduct, forcing her to face her past and current loyalties.
Release Dates and Theater Availability
After the Hunt officially opens in select theaters on Friday, October 10, with a wider release across the country set for October 17. Viewers can find local showtimes at major cinema chains such as AMC Theaters, Regal Cinemas, Cinemark, and through ticket services like Fandango.
Streaming Plans for After the Hunt
At present, After the Hunt is exclusively available in theaters. Since it is an Amazon MGM production, the film is expected to arrive on Prime Video following its theatrical run, although the exact streaming release date has not yet been announced.
Plot Overview and Themes
The film centers on Alma, a college professor who is thrust into a difficult situation after Maggie, a star student, accuses Hank, a fellow professor and close friend of Alma’s, of sexual harassment. This accusation forces Alma to navigate personal and professional turmoil as a hidden secret from her past threatens to surface.
“a gripping psychological drama about a college professor who finds herself at a personal and professional crossroads when a star student levels an accusation against one of her colleagues, and a dark secret from her own past threatens to come into the light.”
— Official Synopsis
Fictional Storyline Despite Realistic Tone
While the narrative feels grounded and relatable, After the Hunt is not based on an actual true story. The plot and characters remain purely fictional.
Film Rating Information
The movie carries an R rating, indicating that it is intended for mature audiences and is not suitable for children.
