Girls Like Girls (film)
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| Directed by | Hayley Kiyoko |
| Screenplay by | Hayley Kiyoko Stefanie Scott |
| Story by | Hayley Kiyoko Chloe Okuno |
| Based on | "Girls Like Girls" by Hayley Kiyoko |
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| Cinematography | Sonja Tsypin |
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| Music by | Jessica Rose Weiss |
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| Distributed by | Focus Features |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Girls Like Girls is an upcoming American coming-of-age romance film directed by Hayley Kiyoko, adapted from her 2023 book, titled after her 2015 song. The film stars Maya da Costa, Myra Molloy, Levon Hawke, and Zach Braff.[1]
Girls Like Girls is scheduled to be released in the United States on June 19, 2026.
Cast
- Maya da Costa as Coley
- Myra Molloy as Sonya
- Levon Hawke
- Zach Braff
Production
On May 30, 2023, Kiyoko released her first novel, Girls Like Girls, an adaptation of her 2015 single "Girls Like Girls"; she also co-directed the music video with Austin S. Winchell.[2] In May 2022, she discussed a desire to turn the story of the song into a feature-length film.[3] The film adaptation is written by Kiyoko and Stefanie Scott. It is produced by Focus Features.[4] The cast is led by Myra Molloy and Maya da Costa.[5]
Principal photography took place in Kelowna in British Columbia, Canada from July 3, 2024, to August 2, 2024,[6][7] with Sonja Tsypin as the cinematographer.[8]
Jessica Rose Weiss composed the score for the film.[9] Christine Armstrong and Sabine Hoffman edited the film.[10]
Release
Girls Like Girls is scheduled to be released in the United States on June 19, 2026.[11] In December 2024, it was announced that Focus Features acquired worldwide rights to the film.[12]
References
- ^ "Girls Like Girls". Focus Features. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ^ "Title Announcement: GIRLS LIKE GIRLS by Hayley Kiyoko". Macmillan Library. October 17, 2022. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Lamuny, Kylie (May 10, 2022). "HAYLEY KIYOKO NEEDS YOUR HELP!". gayety. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ Singh, Sartaj (May 2, 2024). "Hayley Kiyoko's 'Girls Like Girls' in the Works at Focus Features". Cinemaholic. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (June 24, 2025). "Hayley Kiyoko's 'Girls Like Girls' Sets Maya da Costa & Myra Molloy At Focus Features". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 24, 2025.
- ^ Ruttle, Joseph (July 3, 2024). "What's filming in Metro Vancouver and B.C. this summer and fall". Vancouver Sun. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
- ^ "DGC BC Production List". Directors Guild of Canada. August 2, 2024. Archived from the original on August 4, 2024. Retrieved December 23, 2024.
- ^ "Tsypin Resume" (PDF). Artistry. Retrieved February 10, 2026.
- ^ "Girls Like Girls". Jessica Rose Weiss. Retrieved February 10, 2026.
- ^ "Christine Armstrong, ACE Picture Editor" (PDF). GSK Talent. Retrieved February 10, 2026.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 17, 2025). "Hayley Kiyoko's 'Girls Like Girls' Starring Maya da Costa & Myra Molloy Sets Summer Release – Update". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 17, 2025.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (December 4, 2024). "'Girls Like Girls' Movie From Pop Star Hayley Kiyoko Lands At Focus Features". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 10, 2024.