Hershey is an upcoming American biographical drama film directed by Mark Waters and written by Sharon Paul and Timothy Michael Hayes.
Contents
Premise
The film depicts the history of The Hershey Company, built by its founder Milton S. Hershey and his wife Kitty.
Cast
Finn Wittrock as Milton S. Hershey
Alexandra Daddario as Catherine "Kitty" Hershey
Alan Ruck as Henry Hershey
Richard Kind as Joseph Royer
David Costabile as Tobias Thornhill
Heléne Yorke as Margaret
Michael Moreland Milligan as Lebbie
Francesca Faridany as Veronica "Fanny" Hershey
Daniel David Stewart as Murrie
Dina Spybey as Aunt Mattie
Production
It was announced in April 2025 that Mark Waters would be directing the film, with Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario cast to star. Alan Ruck, Richard Kind, David Costabile and Heléne Yorke were added to the cast the following month.
Filming began in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in May 2025, and was expected to continue through June. Scenes were additionally shot in Harmony, with production also due to occur in Ligonier. Ed Wu served as the cinematographer.
Music
By June 2026, Rolfe Kent had composed the score for the film.
Release
Hershey is scheduled to be released by Angel Studios in the United States on November 25, 2026.