The number of adaptations and casting updates in the past few weeks has been unreal in the absolute best way. That’s not even counting the book-related news outside of Hollywood (even though some are still very much Hollywood-oriented). Needless to say, there has been a lot going on so let’s dive in!
Kelly Bishop’s Memoir: The Third Gilmore Girl
Gilmore Girls fans are buzzing over Kelly Bishop’s new memoir, The Third Gilmore Girl, which chronicles her six-decade acting career. From winning a Tony Award for her iconic performance in A Chorus Line to her beloved role on Gilmore Girls, the memoir is filled with witty insights, entertaining anecdotes, and poignant life lessons. Kelly Bishop’s remarkable career is truly one for the books, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at her many achievements.
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Reese Witherspoon Teams Up with Harlan Coben for a New Thriller Novel
Reese Witherspoon is taking on her next literary challenge, announcing her first thriller in collaboration with bestselling author Harlan Coben. While details of the novel remain vague, fans are eagerly anticipating what the duo will create, given their unique backgrounds. Set for release in fall 2025, the novel is already available for preorder for those confident they’ll devour it the moment it hits shelves—no further details needed!
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From The Perfect Marriage to The Perfect Divorce
If you were enthralled by Jeneva Rose’s The Perfect Marriage, get ready—the follow-up is coming in April 2025. Spoiler alert: Set 11 years later, Sarah Morgan’s life takes a dramatic turn when authorities reopen the case against her ex-husband, Adam. A messy divorce from her new husband, a missing girl, and new DNA evidence all converge, pushing Sarah back into a whirlwind of suspicion and danger, making her question if she’ll ever escape the horrors of her past.
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Adaptation galore:
Sweeney and Seyfried star in The Housemaid
Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried recently took to social media to announce their starring roles in the film adaptation of Freida McFadden’s bestselling novel The Housemaid. Sweeney will portray Millie, a young woman who starts working as a housemaid for a wealthy couple, with Seyfried playing Nina, the wife. As Millie settles into her new job, she uncovers dangerous secrets about the family. The film, produced by Lionsgate, will be directed by Paul Feig, with Rebecca Sonnenshine adapting the screenplay.
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Apple TV+ Picks Up Margo’s Got Money Troubles with Star-Studded Cast
Rufi Thorpe’s chaotically comical novel Margo’s Got Money Troubles has been picked up by Apple TV+ with a straight-to-series order. Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, and Michelle Pfeiffer are set to star in the series which follows single mother Margo (Fanning) who starts an OnlyFans that implements wrestling tips as a solution to her financial troubles. All three actresses will also serve as executive producers alongside Pfeffer’s husband David E. Kelley, Fanning’s sister Dakota, and the author of the novel Ruthi Thorpe.
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Off-Campus Romance Set for Amazon Prime Series
Hockey romance fans, get ready! Elle Kennedy’s beloved Off-Campus series is being adapted into a show by Amazon Prime Video. Death and Other Details showrunner Louisa Levy is attached to the project and will executive produce alongside Temple Hill’s Wick Godfrey and Marty Bowen (Twilight). The first season will be based on The Deal, following the unlikely romance between a music major and the university’s star center, setting the stage for a fresh and steamy sports romance on screen.
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Wayfarer Studios Brings The Love of My Afterlife to the Big Screen
Wayfarer Studios, the same production company behind the It Ends With Us adaptation, is bringing another fan favorite to the big screen. Kirsty Greenwood’s The Love of My Afterlife is a romantic comedy about a woman, Delphie, who winds up in the afterlife after choking on a cheeseburger. While there she meets the love of her life, a bittersweet surprise that gets her sent back to earth for ten days to find true love. Filled with existential humor and heartwarming moments, this story is a feel-good exploration of love, life, and second chances.
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Yellowface Optioned by Lionsgate for TV Adaptation
New York Times bestselling author R.F. Kuang’s novel Yellowface has been optioned by Lionsgate Television. Karyn Kusama (The Invitation, Jennifer’s Body) is set to direct and executive produce alongside Captive Entertainment and Tempo Wubato Productions. The story follows June Hayward, who faces the dark consequences of stealing her deceased friend and competitor’s manuscript after witnessing her die in a freak accident.
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Alice Feeney’s Sometimes I Lie Revived by New Producers
Alice Feeney’s New York Times and international bestselling novel Sometimes I Lie is currently in development with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice producer Tommy Harper and Bridge of Spies Producer Matt Charman. Originally optioned by Warner Bros TV in 2019, the rights recently lapsed, allowing Harper to swoop in and claim them. The psychological thriller follows Amber Reynolds, a woman trapped in a coma, who tries to piece together the events that led to her condition, all while suspecting her husband may be involved.
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Casting announcements:
Ensemble Cast Announced for People We Meet on Vacation Adaptation
Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation is set to star Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes actor Tom Blythe and My Lady Jane’s Emily Bader. Joining the ensemble cast are Sarah Catherine Hook (White Lotus), Jameela Jamil (The Good Place), Lucien Laviscount (Emily in Paris), and Lukas Gage (You). While the roles of the new cast members have yet to be announced, Blythe and Bader will portray longtime best friends Alex and Poppy, who reunite each summer until one fateful vacation makes them question whether their friendship may be something more.
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Florence Pugh Leads Netflix’s East of Eden Miniseries
After an intense bidding war in 2022, Netflix acquired the rights to John Steinbeck’s classic novel East of Eden, with actress and writer Zoe Kazan—granddaughter of Elia Kazan, who directed the 1955 adaptation—set to write and produce the miniseries. The novel explores the intertwined lives of two families in California’s Salinas Valley. While progress on the project has been slow, the cast was recently announced, with Florence Pugh (Don’t Worry Darling, Dune 2) starring as the complex heroine Cathy Ames. She will be joined by Christopher Abbott (Poor Things) as Adam Trask, Mike Faist (Challengers) as Charles Trask, and Hoon Lee (Warrior) as Lee.
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The Woman in Cabin 10 Heads to Netflix with Kiera Knightley
Ruth Ware’s psychological thriller novel The Woman in Cabin 10 is in development at Netflix with Kiera Knightly as the lead. Alongside her are notable actors are Guy Pearce, Hannah Waddingham, David Ajala, Gitte Witt, Art Malik, Daniel Ings, David Morrissey, Christopher Rygh, Paul Kaye, Kaya Scodelario, Lisa Loven Kongsli and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. The story follows journalist Lo Blacklock as the luxury cruise she’s been assigned to cover takes a turn and she witnesses a passenger thrown overboard, only to find out that all passengers are well and accounted for.
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Wuthering Heights Film Sparks Buzz Over Robbie and Elordi Casting
Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights is being adapted into a film, generating significant buzz over the casting of Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff. While both actors are celebrated for their past performances, critics have raised concerns about Robbie’s age in relation to the younger Catherine and the casting of Elordi for Heathcliff, who is described in the novel as having “dark skin,” a detail many feel should have been better reflected. Despite these criticisms, anticipation remains high, with fans eager to see how this adaptation will interpret Brontë’s intense and timeless story.
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Bridgerton Season 4 Starts Filming with Exciting New Additions
The glamorously scandalous Bridgerton has begun filming its fourth season, which will focus on the love story between Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Beckett. Luke Thompson proudly returns to his role as Benedict, with Yearn Ha joining as Sophie. While many familiar faces from previous seasons are set to return, the cast will be joined by exciting new additions, including Katie Leung, Michelle Mao, and Isabella Wei. Fans are excited to see how the new season will weave together beloved characters and fresh faces, delivering the signature romance and intrigue that has kept viewers hooked from the start.
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