With After Everything (2023) being the most recent film in the After franchise, much interest has turned toward its leading actors—Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Hardin Scott and Josephine Langford as Tessa Young. Their performances, off-screen developments, and future plans have become talking points among fans and media alike. This article dives into what each actor has experienced during and after filming After Everything.
Hero Fiennes Tiffin’s Path Beyond After Everything
Hero Fiennes Tiffin has not only maintained his role as Hardin Scott across all five films but has also increasingly expanded his career into new domains. His work in The Woman King (2023) is one example of his growing presence in broader dramatic roles beyond romantic drama.
In fashion and endorsements he has also kept active, representing major brands and building a public image that extends beyond his character. This suggests a strategy to diversify so that his identity does not remain tied only to Hardin.
Josephine Langford’s Evolving Choices
Josephine Langford, well known for her portrayal of Tessa Young throughout the series, saw a different kind of transition with After Everything. Her presence in the film is markedly reduced, with much of her onscreen moments derived from previously filmed content.
Since the conclusion of the After films, Langford has shown interest in roles that challenge her range. She has been involved in independent projects, selecting characters that pull her into new emotional territories outside of Hardin and Tessa’s intense dynamic.
On-set Challenges and Public Reaction
Working on After Everything brought unique challenges. For Hero, the burden of leading the final movie in a widely known franchise meant balancing fan expectations with narrative risks. For Josephine, contract limits and decisions from production meant less original screen time.
Fans criticized the reduced role of Josephine Langford, expressing frustration that Tessa’s character arc didn’t get new material in the final chapter. This controversy became one of the film’s most discussed topics.
Future Projects and Potential
Hero is being considered for more diverse projects including dramatic films and bigger scale productions. His exposure in The Woman King and rising status in international cinema suggest that post-After roles may push him into new genres.
Josephine appears likely to continue in projects that allow her to grow as an actress. Given her interest in indie and character-driven roles, her next choices may shift away from commercial franchise work toward more nuanced storytelling.
Conclusion
In After Everything, both Hero Fiennes Tiffin and Josephine Langford have faced transitions—one expanding visibility beyond the franchise, the other navigating reduced screen presence and changing public expectations. Their paths reflect the challenges for actors shifting from long-running franchise identities toward broader artistic horizons. For fans, observing how Hero and Josephine evolve beyond After Everything may prove as compelling as the film itself.
