Sydney Sweeney announced her next major venture after the series finale of HBO’s *Euphoria*. She will headline and co‑produce a film adaptation of Lindsey Anderson Beer’s novel *Hollow*, a gender‑flipped retelling of *The Legend of Sleepy Hollow* that centers on Katrina Van Tassel. The project will be the first feature released under Sweeney’s production banner, Honey Trap,with Beer writing and directing.

Honey Trap’s debut feature partners with Lab Brew

Honey Trap, the company Sweeney launched to develop scripted content,is teaming with Lab Brew to bring *Hollow* to the screen. this collaboration marks Honey Trap’s inaugural foray into feature‑length filmmaking, signaling Sweeney’s ambition to expand beyond acting. According to the source, Lab Brew will handle additional production logistics while Honey Trap retains creative oversight.

Lindsey Anderson Beer writes and directs the adaptation

Lindsey Anderson Beer, author of the upcoming novel slated for a fall 2027 release by Putnam, will also serve as screenwriter and director. The source notes that Beer’s dual role reflects a “multi‑hyphenate creative vision” for the project, allowing her to shape the story from page to screen. The film will portray a dangerous mystery and a seductive supernatural love triangle, with Sweeney playing Katrina Van Tassel.

“Authentic nudity” debate from *Euphoria* carries over

During *Euphoria*’s final season, Sweeney pushed for explicit nudity to reflect her character’s work as an OnlyFans model. Series creator Sam Levinson confirmed that Sweeney’s insistence convinced him to keep the scenes,describing her as “fearless and professional.” The source adds that boyfriend Scooter Braun publicly supported her choices, saying there were no issues with the adult‑content portrayal.

Unanswered production details: budget, release window, and casting

While the announcement confirms Sweeney’s starring role and Beer’s directorial duties, several specifics remain unclear .. The film’s budget has not been disclosed, nor has a target release date beyond the vague “post‑production” timeline. Additionally, the source does not reveal whether any *Euphoria* co‑stars or other notable actors have been attached.

What the *Hollow* adaptation means for Sweeney’s career trajectory

By taking on both lead performance and production responsibilities, Sweeney is positioning herself as a content creator with agency over her projects. The source highlights that this move follows her acclaimed performance in *Euphoria*, which sparked both praise and controversy over its sexualized content. If successful, *Hollow* could cement her reputation as a versatile talent capable of steering high‑concept genre work.