The trailer for Hedda has officially dropped, delivering a first look at Tessa Thompson’s new drama. Written and directed by Nia DaCosta (Candyman, The Marvels), Hedda is a reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s classic play Hedda Gabler. Thompson is a producer and stars in the lead role, with Imogen Poots, Tom Bateman, Nicholas Pinnock, and Nina Hoss in supporting roles.

Now, Prime Video has revealed the trailer for Hedda, showcasing its first look at Thompson’s тιтular character. Over the course of one glamorous night, Hedda finds herself torn between a past love and the quiet suffocation of her life, entangling those around her in a web of manipulation, desire, and deceit. Check out the trailer for Hedda below:

Following its initial premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sept. 7, 2025, Hedda is set to release in select theaters on Oct. 22, 2025, and will be distributed by Amazon MGM Studios. The upcoming Nia DaCosta movie will also be available to stream one week later, with Hedda releasing on Amazon Prime Video on Oct. 29.

What The New Trailer Means For Hedda

With Hedda, DaCosta is taking on one of the most revered and psychologically intricate plays in modern theater, positioning it for a fresh audience through a cinematic lens. Blending period drama with psychological intensity, the first Hedda trailer advertises a bold reimagining of the iconic story of a woman caught between societal expectations and her own restless desires.

Thompson’s involvement as both lead and producer signals her deep investment in the material, and it’s clear the film aims to bring a layered, contemporary perspective to Hedda’s inner conflict. Amazon MGM’s release strategy suggests the film has the potential to be a critical darling, which could find a broader audience on streaming soon after its theatrical release.

Our Take On Hedda’s Trailer

Adapting Hedda Gabler is no small task, due to the play’s legacy and the powerhouse performances behind it. However, if the trailer is any indication, DaCosta is approaching the material with reverence and creative freedom. The visual style is striking, the tone enticing, and Tessa Thompson looks poised to deliver one of her best and most intense performances yet.

There’s always risk in modernizing a classic, but Hedda looks like it has tastefully adapted Ibsen, tapping into the timeless despair of a woman caged by expectations, befitting of the modern feminist era. If executed well, Hedda could be a career-defining role for Thompson and a major artistic statement for DaCosta as a director, and we can’t wait.