Hurricanna Trailer Reveals New Anna Nicole Smith Film

The first trailer for Hurricanna, a new biographical drama exploring the final days of Anna Nicole Smith's life, has been released ahead of the film's US cinema debut on 8 January 2027.

Dutch actress Sylvia Hoeks takes on the role of the American model and television personality, whose life was frequently played out in the public eye before her death in February 2007 at the age of 39.

The film also stars Mark Duplass as Smith's partner Howard K. Stern and Holly Hunter as her therapist, bringing together a cast for a story centred on the complicated personal relationships surrounding one of the most recognisable celebrities of her generation.

What is Hurricanna about?

Rather than attempting to tell Smith's entire life story, Hurricanna concentrates on the difficult circumstances surrounding her final days.

The drama explores her relationships with Howard K. Stern and the medical professionals involved in her care, examining a period when her personal difficulties were unfolding under intense public scrutiny.

A significant part of the story involves an appearance connected with a high-profile boxing event, after which the relationships between Smith and the people around her become increasingly strained.

The film explores the decisions and circumstances surrounding that period, presenting a dramatised interpretation rather than a documentary account of what happened.

The trailer introduces Hoeks's portrayal of Smith, offering a glimpse of the emotional challenges faced by the central character and the complicated relationships within her inner circle.

Who plays Anna Nicole Smith?

Sylvia Hoeks leads the film as Smith, taking on a role associated with one of the most famous celebrity figures of the 1990s and early 2000s.

Hoeks previously appeared in Blade Runner 2049 and the Apple TV+ series See, establishing herself in productions involving complex and emotionally demanding characters.

Mark Duplass portrays Howard K. Stern, Smith's longtime companion and lawyer, while Academy Award-winning actress Holly Hunter plays her therapist.

The supporting cast includes Nicholas Hamilton and Michael Nouri, with Francesca Gregorini directing from a screenplay written by Rachel and Matt Sarnoff. Gregorini previously directed The Truth About Emanuel, a psychological drama examining complicated relationships and emotional trauma.

Her latest film approaches Smith's story through a similarly character-focused perspective, concentrating on the relationships and circumstances surrounding a particularly difficult period in the celebrity's life.

Who was Anna Nicole Smith?

Smith became internationally famous during the 1990s through her modelling work, television appearances and highly publicised personal life.

She appeared in campaigns for major fashion brands and later became the subject of the reality television programme The Anna Nicole Show, which ran from 2002 to 2004.

The series introduced audiences to her household and the people closest to her, although her celebrity status also brought intense media interest in her relationships and personal circumstances.

In September 2006, Smith experienced a devastating loss when her 20-year-old son Daniel died shortly after the birth of her daughter Dannielynn.

Smith died in Florida on 8 February 2007, with her death later ruled an accidental overdose involving prescription medication. Her life has continued to attract interest through documentaries, biographies and dramatised productions examining the difference between her public image and private experiences.

How is Hurricanna different from other films about Smith?

Hurricanna is not the only recent production examining Smith's life, with another film, Trust Me, I'm a Doctor, also exploring events connected with her final years.

However, the two productions are separate projects, with different casts and creative teams. Hurricanna places particular emphasis on the final days of Smith's life and the relationships involving Stern and her therapist.

The film previously premiered at the Provincetown International Film Festival in 2025, before securing its forthcoming theatrical release.

When will Hurricanna be released in the UK?

Hurricanna is scheduled to arrive in US cinemas on Friday 8 January 2027, with its first trailer providing an early look at Hoeks's performance.

A UK cinema release date has not yet been confirmed, and British audiences will need to check for further announcements about theatrical or streaming distribution.

Image credit: Hurricanna / official film publicity.