A guide to new movies and series: exploring the main book adaptations of 2026. From psychological thrillers by Colleen Hoover to epic fantasy by Greta Gerwig — release dates and filming details of the most anticipated bestseller adaptations.
2026 promises to be a real feast for those who love comparing books to films. Thanks to adaptations of works by Emily Henry, Suzanne Collins, Colleen Hoover, and other popular authors, book lovers and movie fans will have plenty to discuss in the coming months. For example, read before or watch after? Ahead are thrillers, rom-coms, and sci-fi dramas that we'll all be waiting for. Although we admit we deliberately did not include "Dune" and "The Odyssey" in the book adaptations — everyone remembers them anyway. Release dates and filming details of the most anticipated bestseller adaptations.
His and Hers
Based on: Alice Feeney's "His & Hers"
Release date: January 8 (Netflix)
A psychological thriller with Tessa Thompson as journalist Anna Andrews. She returns to her hometown to cover a mysterious murder, only to discover that the detective leading the case, Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal), is her ex-husband. In this story, everyone has secrets, and as the tagline says: "Every story has two sides. And someone is always lying."
People We Meet on Vacation
Based on: Emily Henry's "People We Meet on Vacation"
Release date: January 9 (Netflix)
The long-awaited adaptation of one of the queens (as they say on TikTok) of modern rom-com. Poppy and Alex are complete opposites and best friends who took annual vacations together until a fight separated them for two years. Now they have one week to make things right. Starring Emily Bader and Tom Blyth.
The Seven Dials Mystery
Based on: Agatha Christie's "The Seven Dials Mystery"
Release date: January 15 (Netflix)
A detective mini-series based on the novel. The story begins with a harmless prank at a country estate that ends in tragedy. The star-studded cast includes Helena Bonham Carter, Martin Freeman, and Mia McKenna-Bruce.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Based on: George R. R. Martin's "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms"
Release date: January 18 (HBO / Max)
A new "Game of Thrones" spin-off set 100 years before the original events. The series will follow the adventures of a young and naive knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his small squire, Egg.
The Beauty
Based on: Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley's "The Beauty" (graphic novel)
Release date: January 21 (FX / Hulu)
A sci-fi horror from Ryan Murphy. The plot revolves around a sexually transmitted virus that makes people physically perfect. Detectives try to uncover the conspiracy behind this "cure" for beauty.
Finding Her Edge
Based on: Jennifer Iacopelli's "Finding Her Edge"
Release date: January 22 (Netflix)
A teen drama compared to Jane Austen's "Persuasion," but set in the world of figure skating. Adriana Russo tries to save her family's skating rink and make it to the Olympics while torn between a new ice partner and a former love.
Bridgerton, Season 4
Based on: Julia Quinn's "An Offer From a Gentleman"
Release date: January 29 (Part 1), February 26 (Part 2) (Netflix)
The new season focuses on the love story of the second brother, Benedict Bridgerton. Viewers can expect a Cinderella story reimagined: Benedict falls for a mysterious lady at a masquerade ball, who is actually the maid Sophie Beckett.
Pillion
Based on: Adam Mars-Jones' "Box Hill"
Release date: February 6 (in theaters)
An adaptation of a provocative novel about the complex relationship between young Colin and the dominant biker Ray. Starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård.
Wuthering Heights
Based on: Emily Brontë's "Wuthering Heights"
Release date: February 13 (in theaters)
Emerald Fennell ("Saltburn") presents a gothic reimagining of the classic. Margot Robbie plays Catherine Earnshaw, and Jacob Elordi plays Heathcliff. The film's soundtrack is composed by singer Charli xcx.
Crime 101
Based on: The novella "Crime 101" by Don Winslow (from the collection "Broken").
Release date: February 13 (in theaters)
A stylish crime thriller already being called "a mix of Michael Mann's 'Heat' and the best works of the Coen brothers" in the film world. The film is notable not only for its powerful cast but also because Amazon acquired the rights in a fierce bidding war with Netflix for a huge sum (around $100 million).
The Bride!
Based on: Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein"
Release date: March 6 (in theaters)
A bold reading of the classic gothic novel. The new story shifts the focus from the monster to his bride (Jessie Buckley). The film also features Christian Bale.
Reminders of Him
Based on: Colleen Hoover's "Reminders of Him"
Release date: March 13 (in theaters)
A dramatic story of Kenna Rowan (Maika Monroe), who gets out of prison and tries to reconnect with her young daughter. The only one who offers her a helping hand is a local bartender, Ledger.
Project Hail Mary
Based on: Andy Weir's "Project Hail Mary"
Release date: March 20 (in theaters)
Ryan Gosling plays a schoolteacher who wakes up on a spaceship, not remembering his name. He must (or must he?) solve a scientific mystery alone to save Earth from destruction.
Margo's Got Money Troubles
Based on: Rufi Thorpe's "Margo's Got Money Troubles"
Release date: April 15 (Apple TV+)
Elle Fanning plays a young mother who, to survive, starts an OnlyFans account. Using advice from her father—a former wrestler—on how to engage an audience, she achieves incredible success.
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Based on: Shelby Van Pelt's "Remarkably Bright Creatures"
Release date: May 8 (Netflix)
A touching story of friendship between an elderly widow (Sally Field) and a giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus, who lives in the local aquarium and helps her uncover the mystery of her son's disappearance.
Verity
Based on: Colleen Hoover's "Verity"
Release date: October 2 (in theaters)
Writer Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson) is hired to complete the book series of famous author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway). In Verity's house, she finds a diary revealing horrifying details about the family's life.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
Based on: Suzanne Collins' "Sunrise on the Reaping"
Release date: November 20 (in theaters)
A new "Hunger Games" prequel set 24 years before Katniss's story. The film will tell the story of the 50th Hunger Games (the Second Quarter Quell) and how a young Haymitch Abernathy became the victor.
Narnia: The Magician's Nephew
Based on: C. S. Lewis' "The Magician's Nephew"
Release date: November 26 (worldwide IMAX release), December 25 on Netflix
A grand reboot of the iconic fantasy saga from the director of "Barbie" and "Little Women," Greta Gerwig. This will be a completely fresh take on C. S. Lewis's world, unconnected to previous films. The plot tells of the creation of Narnia: young Digory Kirke and Polly Plummer accidentally open a path to a magical world through Digory's uncle's magical experiments.
Pride and Prejudice
Based on: Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice"
Release date: To be announced (Netflix)
Netflix has decided to challenge the legendary 1995 series with Colin Firth. We can expect a more modern (in terms of pacing) yet period-accurate take on the story of Elizabeth Bennet (Emma Corrin) and Mr. Darcy (Jack Lowden).
Off Campus
Based on: "The Deal" — the first book in Elle Kennedy's "Off Campus" series.
Release date: To be announced (Prime Video)
This book series by Elle Kennedy has become a true phenomenon on BookTok in recent years, setting the gold standard for the "sports romance" genre. Now the story is moving to the screen. The series immerses viewers in the atmosphere of an elite university's hockey team. The first season's plot centers on the classic "opposites attract" trope. Prime Video is betting big on this project, planning to explore the fate of each team player in subsequent seasons. Given the recent success of hockey player adaptations, this might be quite achievable.
The Love Hypothesis
Based on: Ali Hazelwood's "The Love Hypothesis"
Release date: To be announced
An adaptation of one of the biggest BookTok hits. PhD student Olive Smith doesn't believe in love, but to convince her friend she's on a date, she kisses the first person she sees. That person turns out to be the young and strict professor Adam Carlsen. To Olive's surprise, he agrees to play along and become her "fake" boyfriend. The lead roles will be played by Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman.
Carrie
Release date: To be announced (Prime Video)
A new reading of the classic horror in series format. The story of an outcast—high schooler Carrie White, who suffers from a fanatical mother and the bullying of her peers. But when the girl awakens telekinetic abilities, a cruel prank at the prom turns into a bloody catastrophe.
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