After We Collided is a romantic drama film directed by Roger Kumble, based on the 2014 novel of the same name by Anna Todd. Released in 2020, it is the second installment in the After film series, following the success of the first movie, After (2019). The film picks up the story of Tessa Young (Josephine Langford) and Hardin Scott (Hero Fiennes Tiffin) as they navigate the intense emotional rollercoaster of their toxic and passionate relationship. In this sequel, viewers are once again drawn into the turmoil of love, betrayal, and personal growth that defines the After series.

The film delves deeper into the complexities of Tessa and Hardin’s relationship, exploring themes of forgiveness, self-worth, and the battle between love and independence. It expands on the intense dynamic introduced in the first film, continuing to follow Tessa’s journey as she struggles to find her own identity while being drawn into Hardin’s world of emotional chaos.

In After We Collided, the narrative picks up shortly after the events of the first film. Tessa has broken up with Hardin following his betrayal, where he revealed a secret about the circumstances surrounding their relationship. Despite her heartbreak, she decides to start over, focusing on her career and personal growth. Tessa lands an internship at a publishing company, where she meets her new colleague Trevor (Dylan Sprouse), who is charming and supportive, and offers her a fresh perspective on life outside of Hardin’s toxic influence.