YA Rom-Com ‘Upside of Unrequited,’ Part of Becky Albertalli’s ‘Simonverse,’ Reveals First Look as Capture Boards Sales Ahead of Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)

May 1, 2026 6:00am PT YA Rom-Com ‘Upside of Unrequited,’ Part of Becky Albertalli’s ‘Simonverse,’ Reveals First Look as Capture Boards Sales Ahead of Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)

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Ayvan Williams And Luke Eisner. Courtesy of Capture

Capture has boarded worldwide sales on “The Upside of Unrequited” and released a first look image of the new YA romantic comedy, based on the bestselling novel by Becky Albertalli, the acclaimed author behind “Love, Simon.”

Currently in post-production, “The Upside of Unrequited” is part of the globally beloved “Simonverse,” which has already been successfully adapted across both film and television, including the hit series “Love, Victor.” The franchise was launched by “Love, Simon,” which grossed over $60 million at the global box office.

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