Kristen Stewart has released the first official trailer for "The Chronology of Water," a biographical drama based on the memoir by Lidia Yuknavitch [1].
The project marks Stewart's debut as a director, transitioning her from one of the most prominent actors in the U.S. to a filmmaker. The film's arrival signals a new creative chapter for Stewart and brings Yuknavitch's personal narrative to a global cinematic audience.
Imogen Poots stars in the lead role, supported by a cast of seven principal members [3]. The ensemble includes Thora Birch, Earl Cave, Tom Sturridge, Kim Gordon, and Jim Belushi [1]. The production was promoted by The Forge in the U.S. and released internationally by Les Films du Losange in France [4, 5].
Stewart said she was enthusiastic about the adaptation and the collaboration involved in the project.
"I’m thrilled to bring Lidia’s story to the screen and to work with an incredible cast," Stewart said [2].
Poots also spoke on the tone of the film, noting that the project focuses on a deeply personal journey. She said the trailer captures the intimacy of that experience [2].
The film is slated for a 2026 release [3]. The trailer highlights the creative process of the memoir's author, focusing on the solitary nature of writing. A press release from Les Films du Losange described the imaginative process, stating, "Disappear into your imagination. Nobody's in the room but you and that pen" [6].
While some reports indicated a trailer release as early as July 2026 [6], recent announcements from The Age confirm the current promotion of the footage on Aug. 19 [1].
“"I’m thrilled to bring Lidia’s story to the screen and to work with an incredible cast,"”
The release of the trailer marks the final promotional push for Stewart's transition into directing. By adapting a memoir known for its raw and unconventional structure, Stewart is positioning herself within the independent cinema circuit rather than mainstream studio filmmaking, emphasizing artistic intimacy over commercial spectacle.
