For our Content Americas 2026 issue, we take a look at all the book adaptations coming in 2026. Bestselling novels from all around the world are set to meet viewers through highly anticipated TV and film adaptations. Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+ lead the way with ambitious projects, while cinema releases also draw major attention.
TV Shows
Argentina: The World Jones Made (Philip K. Dick)
Adapted from Philip K. Dick’s The World Jones Made, The Future is Ours will be the first Spanish-language adaptation of the author’s science-fiction works. The story explores how a man who can foresee the future reshapes global politics. Produced by the team behind The Eternaut, the series will premiere on Netflix.
France: Lucky Luke (Morris and Goscinny)
The iconic Franco-Belgian comic is adapted into a live-action series, starring Alban Lenoir as the legendary cowboy who shoots faster than his shadow. The action-heavy series is set to air on Disney+ in spring.
Greece: The Great Chimera (M. Karagatsis)
This six-episode adaptation explores passion, love and destruction through a trafic family story. Starring Fotinì Peluso, Andreas Konstantinou and Dimitris Kitsos, the series is yet to have a home.
Iceland: Fury
The adaptation draws inspiration from Iceland’s Starlung saga and is directed by Benedict Andrews. Because it depicts power struggles, blood feuds and conspiracies, the series is said to be the “Icelandic Game of Thrones.” The platform has not yet been announced.
India: Revolutionaries: The Other Story of How India Won its Freedom (Sanjeev Sanyal)
A historical drama telling India’s independence struggle through the eyes of lesser-known revolutionaries, the series will stream on Prime Video.
Ireland: Grown Ups (Marian Keyes)
Focusing on the story of the chaotic Casey family residing in Dublin, the adaptation will premiere on Netflix.
Norway: Detective Hole (Jo Nesbø)
The series centers on famous detective Harry Hole’s dark cases and stars Tobias Santelmann. Joel Kinnaman is set to portray detective Tom Waaler. The series will debut on Netflix in early 2026.
Poland: Pionek (Małgorzata Fugiel-Kuźmińska & Michał Kuźmiński)
A sequel to Poland’s criminal drama Śleboda, Pionek will have power, crime and political intrigues at the forefront. The series will air on SkyShowtime.
Spain: The House of the Spirits (Isabel Allende)
This family story told with magical realism has love, politics and generational trauma at its center. With over 70 million copies sold, the novel’s adaptation will be produced by Isabel Allende and Eva Longoria. The series is expected to stream on Prime Video.
United States: The Beauty (Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley)
The sci-fi/body horror comic questions the obsession with beauty through a mysterious injection that transforms people into the most genetically ‘perfect’ versions of themselves. The horror series is adapted to TV by Ryan Murphy and will premiere on FX on Jan. 21.
United States: Finding Her Edge (Jennifer Iacopelli)
The young adult novel centers on sports, first love and the search for identity. The novel takes place in the ice skating world and is adapted from Jane Austen’s Persuasion. The new series will focus on the main character Adriana Russo and is set to premiere on Netflix on Jan. 22.
United States: Tell Me Lies Season 3 (Carola Lovering)
The series, focusing on the toxic relationship between Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco, will return after a time jump. Season 3 is set to premiere on Hulu on Jan. 13.
United States: The Night Agent Season 3 (Matthew Quirk)
Adapted from Matthew Quirk’s bestselling political thriller, the series is set within the White House’s secret operations. The first season is based on the novel, while the second and third seasons tell original stories. The Night Agent is set to stream on Netflix on Feb. 19.
United States: My Life with the Walter Boys (Ali Novak)
The young adult story is based on Ali Novak’s novel with the same name. The main character Jackie Howard is a successful girl who loses her family in a tragic accident and has to move in with the Walter family. The third season is set to premiere on Netflix on an undetermined date.
United States: Carrie (Stephen King)
Stephen King’s debut novel is a classic. The book is adapted to miniseries by Mike Flanagan, who is known for The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, and Doctor Sleep. The series will be an entirely new adaptation and will release on Amazon Prime.
United States: The God of the Woods (Liz Moore)
The story follows the rich Van Laar family and is set on an elite summer camp. Centering on the mysterious disappearance of 13-year-old Barbara Van Laar, the series will stream on Netflix.
United Kingdom: The Husbands (Holly Gramazio)
The book centers on a modern and absurd tale, where the main character Laura comes home to find a man claiming to be her husband. This is just the beginning because more husbands keep coming. The series stars Juno Temple and is set to arrive on Apple TV+.
United States: Midnight Sun (Stephenie Meyer)
A retelling of Twilight from Edward Cullen’s perspective, the adaptation is set to arrive as an animated series. It will stream on Netflix on an undetermined date.
Canada: Lucky (Marissa Stapley)
Centering on the story of Lucky Armstrong, who has spent her childhood in the world of crime and tries to build a normal life outside of it, the series stars Anya Taylor-Jay, Drew Starkey, Annette Bening, Timothy Olyphant and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. Produced by Reese Witherspoon, Lucky is set to release on Apple TV+.
United States: The Five-Star Weekend (Elin Hilderbrand)
The series focuses on a food blogger/influencer who has her life turned upside down after a sudden tragedy. She decides to bring four of her close friends to Nantucket for a five-star weekend. The series stars Jennifer Garner and is set to release on Peacock.
Movies
Brazil: The Pilgrimage (Paulo Coelho)
One of Coelho’s first novels The Pilgrimage tells the story of a spiritual search, belief and inner transformation through a journey to Santiago de Compostela. The film is directed by Vicente Amorim and will premiere on Netflix.
Canada: Last Night in Montreal (Emily St. John Mandel)
A man searches for his girlfriend, who went missing the night he planned to propose. The book, exploring themes of identity, memory and loss, is adapted by Semi Chellas. The film is expected to receive a theatrical release.
Canada: Flesh (David Szalay)
The Booker Prize-winning novel questions manhood, power and societal structures through the life of a man from childhood to old age. The adaptation is produced by House Productions, BBC Film, and Access, with a theatrical release date yet to be announced.
Germany: Momo (Michael Ende)
From the author of Neverending Story, Momo tells the story of a little orphan girl who confronts the Grey Men, mysterious figures who steal time.. The fantasy tale, criticizing the pace and consumerism of modern life, stars Martin Freeman, Alexa Goodall, Claes Bang and Laura Haddock. The film is expected to hit the big screen but is yet to have a release date.
Italy: No Place to be Single (Felicia Kingsley)
The romantic story, set in a tiny Italian village, has Elisa’s life upside down with the return of a childhood friend who rekindles old feelings. The adaptation will stream on Prime Video.
Japan: Faking Beethoven: The Great Producer Lies (Shiho Kagehara)
Centering on a real musical scandal from the 19th century and examining a major deception surrounding Beethoven, the book’s adaptation will be written by Bakarhythm. Starring Yuki Yamada and Arata Furuta, the film is set to air on Prime Video.
Mexico: Mal de Amores (Ángeles Mastretta)
Set in 19th-century Mexico and centering on war, love and family relationships, the period drama will be directed by the author’s daughter Catalina Aguilar Mastretta. The film is expected to stream on Netflix.
Saudi Arabia: Traveler’s Hell (Osamah Almuslim)
This psychological thriller focuses on supernatural incidents occurring during a journey. Directed by Hana Al-Omair and produced by MBC, the film is set for a theatrical release.
Sweden: When The Cranes Fly South (Lisa Ridzén)
Winner of multiple awards, including Sweden’s Book of the Year, the novel follows an elderly man and his bond with his dog. The quiet, emotional drama is expected to receive a theatrical release, with no date announced yet.
United Kingdom: H is for Hawk (Helen Macdonald)
The memoir chronicles Macdonald’s grief following her father’s sudden death and her attempt to heal by training a goshawk named Mabel. Claire Foy stars as Macdonald, while five birds portray Mabel. The film will be released in theaters on Jan. 23.
United Kingdom: Box Hill (Adam Mars-Jones)
Box Hill is a queer coming-of-age story centering on the themes of low self-esteem, power, addiction, first love and acceptance. The adaptation, titled Pillion, stars Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård. The film is set to release theatrically on Feb. 6.
United States: Broken (Don Winslow)
The novella includes the author’s six stories. The film adaptation is based on the Crime 101 story in Broken. Focusing on sophisticated jewelry heists along California’s Pacific Coast Highway, the film stars Chris Hemsworth. The film is set to hit theaters on Feb 13.
United States: Remain (Nicholas Sparks)
Remain is a romantic story with supernatural elements. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal as an architect wanting to make a fresh start after losing his sister, the film is directed by M. Night Shyamalan. Remain is yet to have a release date but will debut around the novel’s publication.
United States: Remarkably Bright Creatures (Shelby Van Pelt)
Published in May 2022, the bestseller focuses on Tova Sullivan, who starts to work the night shift in Sowell Bay Aquarium after losing his husband and son. There she meets a giant Pacific octopus called Marcellus. The weird but warm relationship between the two will be adapted to film. Directed by Olivia Newman and starring Oscar-winner Sally Field, the film will stream on Netflix.
United Kingdom: Beautiful Ugly (Alice Feeney)
The psychological thriller focuses on the disturbing happenings of author Grady Green. With unexpected twists and atmospheric tension, the novel starts with the disappearance of Grady’s wife. The story takes a dark turn when he encounters someone who looks exactly like her. Produced by Hidden Pictures, the film is set for a theatrical release.
United Kingdom: The Magician’s Nephew (Chronicles of Narnia Series) (C.S. Lewis)
The prequel to the Narnia series explores the creation of the magical world through Digory Kirke, Polly Plummer, and Uncle Andrew. Digory and Polly travel between worlds with magical rings, but their mistakes cause something unexpected. Directed and written by Greata Gerwig, the reboot will be one of two films planned for Narnia. The film is set to release in theaters in November.
United States: The Pout-Pout Fish (Deborah Fiesen)
The Pout-Pout Fish is about a grumpy fish who believes he is destined to be gloomy forever. Voiced by Nick Offerman, the animated film is set to air in theaters on March 20.
United States: Incidents Around the House (Josh Malerman)
The novel is a highly unsettling and atmospheric horror story told from the perspective of a little girl. The main character is disturbed by a creature she calls Other Mommy. Starring Jessica Chastain, the film is scheduled for a theatrical release in May 2026.
United States: The Love Hypothesis (Ali Hazelwood)
The rom-com is based on a fun love story set in Stanford University. The main character Olive Smith enters a fake relationship with Professor Carlsen. The film is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and MRC and stars Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman. The film is expected to premiere on Prime Video.
United Kingdom: Heartstopper Forever (Alice Oseman)
The final installment of the graphic novel series centers on the growth, the possibility of being apart, mental health and maturity for Nick and Charlie. Starring Kit Connor and Joe Locke, the film is set to release globally on Netflix.
