Wish You Were Here (2025) is a romantic drama film directed by Julia Stiles in her feature directorial debut. The film follows Charlotte, a woman who experiences a brief whirlwind romance with a man named Adam. After spending the night together, Charlotte learns that Adam is terminally ill, and she decides to help him make the most of his remaining time.
Released in theaters on January 17, 2025, Wish You Were Here features an ensemble cast led by Isabelle Fuhrman and Mena Massoud. The film also features Jennifer Grey, Kelsey Grammer, and several other notable actors.
Cast list of Wish You Were Here (2025)
1) Isabelle Fuhrman as Charlotte
In Wish You Were Here, Isabelle Fuhrman takes on the character of Charlotte, who is dealing with deep emotional change. She navigates her relationship with Adam while also facing the reality of his illness.
Fuhrman is best known for her role in Orphan (2009), where she portrayed a young girl with a dark secret. She also starred in Orphan: First Kill (2022), a prequel to her earlier film. Fuhrman’s other notable work includes appearances in The Hunger Games (2012) and TV series such as The First.
2) Mena Massoud as Adam
In Wish You Were Here, Mena Massoud portrays Adam, a terminally ill man whose time with Charlotte is limited, prompting a shift in both their lives.
Massoud is known for his role as Aladdin in Disney’s live-action Aladdin (2019), which brought him widespread recognition. He has since appeared in other projects, including the Netflix film The Royal Treatment (2022). Massoud has also been featured in TV series like Jack Ryan and Reprisal.
3) Jennifer Grey as Mom
In Wish You Were Here, Jennifer Grey plays Charlotte's mother, a character who provides familial support during Charlotte’s difficult journey.
Grey is widely recognized for her role as Baby in Dirty Dancing (1987), one of her most famous performances. She has appeared in a variety of films, including Red Dawn (1984), and more recently, in the TV series The Conners. Grey has also had roles in several TV movies and guest appearances.
4) Kelsey Grammer as Dad
Kelsey Grammer plays Charlotte’s father in the film. Grammer is known for his long-running role as Dr. Frasier Crane on the TV shows Cheers and Frasier, a character he portrayed for over 20 years. He has appeared in a range of film and TV roles, including Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014) and The Space Between (2021).
5) Antonique Smith
Antonique Smith appears in a supporting role in Wish You Were Here. Smith is known for her portrayal of Faith Evans in the biographical film Notorious (2009) and for her role in the TV series Luke Cage (2018). She has also appeared in musical theater and has released her own music.
6) Jimmie Fails as Seth
Jimmie Fails plays Seth in the film, a character who is part of Adam’s life. Fails is best known for his role in The Last Black Man in San Francisco (2019), a critically acclaimed film in which he co-wrote and starred. He has also appeared in the TV series This Is Us and in smaller film roles.
7) Jordan Gavaris as Chucky
Jordan Gavaris plays Chucky in Wish You Were Here, a supporting character who interacts with the main group. Gavaris is best known for his role as Felix Dawkins in the TV series Orphan Black (2013–2017), a role that earned him attention for his portrayal of a complex character. He has also appeared in The Lake (2022).
For the unversed, Wish You Were Here (2025) was released in theatres on January 17, 2025.