Are you a regular on BookTok, or a film lover who has recently fallen down the rabbit hole of its most talked-about reads after watching Margot Robbie’s Wuthering Heights? If so, you are in the right place. Read on for a look at the latest and most exciting book-to-screen adaptations set to arrive on film and television in 2026.
If you spend any time scrolling through BookTok, you will have noticed a clear trend: the stories dominating your feed are finding a second life on screen. Film studios and streaming platforms are turning to viral literary hits for their next big success, tapping into an audience that is already deeply invested.
This wave of adaptations spans everything from enduring literary staples such as Wuthering Heights and Pride and Prejudice to swoon-worthy Regency tales and contemporary romances like An Offer from a Gentleman, from the Bridgerton series that inspired the hit Netflix show, and Reminders of Him. The result is a packed release slate that blurs the line between your reading list and your watchlist.
Writers who have built devoted followings online including Emily Henry, Freida McFadden, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Ana Huang, Elle Kennedy, and Colleen Hoover are seeing multiple works optioned or already in development. It is a clear sign that BookTok is no longer just a corner of the internet but a driving force in the entertainment industry.
Ahead, we round up the most talked-about titles making the jump from page to screen in 2026, and why they deserve a spot on your radar before everyone else starts watching.
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12 of the hottest book adaptations coming to film and TV in 2026
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Margo's Got Money Troubles — 15 AprilDirected by: Dearbhla Walsh, Alice Seabright, Kate Herron
Cast: Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman, Nicole Kidman, Thaddea Graham, Greg Kinnear, Michael Angarano, Rico Nasty
Apple TV+ continues its strong run with Margo’s Got Money Troubles, a timely miniseries adapted from Rufi Thorpe’s 2024 novel. The story centres on a young woman facing an unplanned pregnancy and mounting financial pressure, who turns to unconventional online ventures to stay afloat. What begins as a practical solution soon spirals into something far more complicated. Elle Fanning leads an impressive ensemble that includes Nicole Kidman and Michelle Pfeiffer, adding serious star power to one of the year’s most intriguing small-screen debuts.
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Off Campus — 13 MayDirected by: Silver Tree, Samantha Bailey, Dawn Wilkinson, Erica Dunton
Cast: Ella Bright, Belmont Cameli, Mika Abdalla, Josh Heuston, Jalen Thomas Brooks, Stephen Kalyn
Elle Kennedy’s bestselling Off Campus series makes the leap to television with a glossy Prime Video adaptation. Set within the world of university ice hockey, the story follows a close-knit group of athletes juggling relationships, ambition and personal struggles. The first instalment, The Deal, introduces a fake-dating arrangement between a determined student and a charismatic team captain that slowly turns into something real. Early previews have already sparked excitement among fans who have long championed the series online.
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The Sheep Detectives — 28 MayDirected by: Kyle Balda
Cast: Bryan Cranston, Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Galitzine, Emma Thompson, Brett Goldstein, Bella Ramsey, Molly Gordon, Patrick Stewart
Adapted from Leonie Swann’s Three Bags Full, this offbeat mystery offers a delightfully unusual premise. When their shepherd is found dead under suspicious circumstances, a flock of sheep take it upon themselves to solve the crime. Having secretly absorbed knowledge from the detective novels read aloud to them, they begin piecing together clues in a world they only half understand. With a stellar voice cast led by Hugh Jackman, this eccentric film promises something refreshingly different.
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The Odyssey — 16 JulyDirected by: Christopher Nolan
Cast: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Elliot Page, Mia Goth
Homer’s ancient epic receives a new interpretation under the direction of Christopher Nolan. Charting Odysseus’s long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War, the film is expected to blend myth with Nolan’s signature scale and intensity. The ensemble cast reads like a roll call of Hollywood’s biggest names, ensuring this reimagining will be one of the year’s most talked-about cinematic events.
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Verity — 2 OctoberView this post on Instagram
Directed by: Michael Showalter
Cast: Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, Asel Swango, Josh Hartnett, Daniel Echevarria
Colleen Hoover’s dark and unsettling novel Verity is heading to cinemas, offering a shift away from the author’s more traditional romances. The story follows a struggling writer hired to complete a bestselling author’s unfinished manuscript, only to uncover disturbing secrets hidden within her notes. With Dakota Johnson and Anne Hathaway leading the cast, this psychological drama could mark a turning point for Hoover adaptations on screen.
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Sense and Sensibility — 29 OctoberView this post on Instagram
Directed by: Georgia Oakley
Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Caitríona Balfe, Bodhi Rae Breathnach, George MacKay, Fiona Shaw, Chloe Pirrie, Esmé Creed-Miles
Jane Austen’s beloved novel returns once more in a new adaptation led by Daisy Edgar-Jones as Elinor Dashwood. Following the success of the 1995 film, expectations are understandably high for this latest version. With its exploration of love, restraint and societal pressures, Sense and Sensibility remains as relevant as ever, and this retelling aims to introduce it to a new generation of viewers.
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Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol — 12 NovemberDirected by: Ti West
Cast: Sam Claflin, Johnny Depp, Ian McKellen, Daisy Ridley, Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough
Charles Dickens’s classic festive tale is reimagined in Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol. Johnny Depp takes on the role of the infamous miser visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve, each revealing a different chapter of his life. With a darker tonal approach hinted at by director Ti West, this version could offer a fresh perspective on a story that has been retold for generations.
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Sunrise on the Reaping — 20 NovemberDirected by: Francis Lawrence
Cast: Elle Fanning, Joseph Zada, Mckenna Grace, Kieran Culkin, Maya Hawke, Jennifer Lawrence, Jesse Plemons, Glenn Close, Ralph Fiennes, Josh Hutcherson
The world of The Hunger Games expands once again with Sunrise on the Reaping, set decades before Katniss Everdeen’s story. Focusing on the 50th Hunger Games, the film explores the early life of Haymitch Abernathy and the brutal Quarter Quell that shaped him. Even with only a teaser released so far, fan speculation is already in full swing, with audiences eager to revisit Panem and its complex history.
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The Chronicles of Narnia: The Magician's Nephew — 26 NovemberDirected by: Greta Gerwig
Cast: Daniel Craig, Carey Mulligan, Emma Mackey, Denise Gough
Greta Gerwig brings C.S. Lewis’s fantasy universe back to the big screen with The Magician’s Nephew, a prequel that delves into the origins of Narnia. The story follows two children who stumble into parallel worlds and inadvertently awaken a powerful and dangerous queen. With its blend of wonder, mythology and moral depth, this adaptation is poised to reignite interest in the beloved series.
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Dune: Part Three — 18 DecemberDirected by: Denis Villeneuve
Cast: Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Anya Taylor-Joy, Robert Pattinson, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh
Denis Villeneuve continues his sweeping adaptation of Frank Herbert’s saga with Dune: Part Three, drawing from Dune Messiah. As Paul Atreides consolidates his power, the consequences of his rise begin to unfold in unexpected and dangerous ways. With returning stars and new additions to the cast including Robert Pattinson, the next chapter promises to deepen the story’s political and emotional stakes.
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The Love Hypothesis — TBAView this post on Instagram
Directed by: Claire Scanlon
Cast: Lili Reinhart, Arty Froushan, Rachel Marsh, Tom Bateman, Nicholas Duvernay
Ali Hazelwood’s hugely popular romcom The Love Hypothesis is finally getting the adaptation fans have been calling for. The story follows a PhD student who enters into a fake relationship with a notoriously difficult professor, only for genuine feelings to develop.
If you didn’t know, Ali Hazelwood first conceived the story as Head Over Feet, a piece of fan fiction inspired by Star Wars characters Rey and Kylo Ren. Although the published novel retains the central fake-dating premise and much of its original plot, any direct references to the franchise have since been stripped away.
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Remain — 5 February 2027Directed by: M. Night Shyamalan
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Phoebe Dynevor, Tracy Ifeachor, Kieran Mulcare
Although now scheduled for early 2027, Remain remains closely tied to this wave of high-profile adaptations. Based on a novel by Nicholas Sparks, the film combines romance with supernatural intrigue. It follows a grieving architect who forms a connection with a mysterious woman, only to uncover unsettling truths about her and the town they inhabit. With M. Night Shyamalan at the helm, audiences can expect an emotional story layered with unexpected twists.
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