As a huge movie and TV fan, I’ve noticed a really cool trend lately: filmmakers are turning to awesome books for story ideas! Honestly, it makes perfect sense – there are so many incredible plots and surprises already written, just waiting to come to life on screen. It’s like a treasure trove of stories!
This year promises a lot of exciting movies and shows based on books! We’ll see fresh takes on classics like Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, and Emerald Fennell’s upcoming film adaptation of Wuthering Heights is already generating buzz.
TikTok users will be happy to see several popular #BookTok titles becoming available, including books like Colleen Hoover’s Reminders of Him and Verity.
Exciting book-to-screen adaptations are on the way in 2026! We’ve compiled a list of the most anticipated ones, giving you plenty of time to read the books beforehand. Be sure to save this page, as we’ll be updating it with any new releases as they’re announced.
TV and film adaptations in 2026
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials – out now
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms – out now
- H is for Hawk – out now
- Hamnet – out now
- His and Hers – out now
- People We Meet on Vacation – out now
- Bridgerton season 4 – 29th January
- Wuthering Heights – 13th February
- Outlander season 8 – 6th March
- The Bride! – 6th March
- Scarpetta – 11th March
- Reminders of Him – 13th March
- Imperfect Women – 18th March
- Project Hail Mary – 20th March
- Margo’s Got Money Troubles – 15th April
- Remarkably Bright Creatures – 8th May
- The Odyssey – 17th July
- The Book of Magic – 28th September
- Verity – 2nd October
- Remain – 23rd October
- Sunrise on the Reaping – 20th November
- Dune: Part Three – 18th December
- Carrie – TBC
- Pride & Prejudice – TBC
- The Love Hypothesis – TBC
- The Other Bennet Sister – TBC
1. Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials
How to watch: now on Netflix
Agatha Christie is famous for her thrilling mystery novels, so it’s no surprise many of her books have been turned into TV shows and movies. Netflix’s newest adaptation is a three-part series based on “The Seven Dials Mystery.” It centers around a puzzling death that occurs the day after a lavish party at a beautiful mansion. The series stars Mia McKenna-Bruce, alongside Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman, and promises to be an enjoyable and captivating watch.
2. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
How to watch: now on Sky
George R.R. Martin continues to build his world of Westeros with A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. This new story takes place a century before the events of Game of Thrones, and follows the journey of Dunk and Egg as they navigate the challenges of the Targaryen era.
3. H is for Hawk
How to watch: in cinemas, 23rd January
Helen Macdonald’s moving 2014 memoir, about overcoming grief through her passion for falconry, has been beautifully adapted into a film. The movie stars Clare Foy and Brendon Gleeson, and features a sensitive script written by novelist Emma Donoghue.
4. Hamnet
How to watch: in cinemas now
Maggie O’Farrell’s popular 2020 novel has been adapted into a film starring Jessie Buckley, which is receiving a lot of awards attention. Directed by Chloé Zhao, the movie features Paul Mescal as William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley as his wife, Agnes, and tells the moving story of their grief following the death of their son, Hamnet.
5. His and Hers
How to watch: now on Netflix
Alice Feeney’s suspenseful thriller, His and Hers, is coming to Netflix starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal. The story centers on Anna, a newsreader, and her ex-detective husband, Jack Harper, as they become entangled in a murder investigation with plenty of hidden secrets.
6. People We Meet on Vacation
How to watch: now on Netflix
If you’ve enjoyed Emily Henry’s popular romance novels, you’ll likely love the new adaptation now streaming on Netflix. The story centers on Poppy and Alex, best friends who had a falling out after a trip to Croatia two years prior, and the series jumps between flashbacks of that vacation and their current situation.
7. Bridgerton season 4 (An Offer From a Gentleman)
How to watch: Netflix, 29th January
Season 4 of Bridgerton focuses on the blossoming romance between Benedict (Luke Thompson) and Sophie (Yerin Ha), continuing the adaptation of Julia Quinn’s popular novels with a large production budget on Netflix.
8. Wuthering Heights
How to watch: in cinemas 13th February
A new adaptation of Emily Brontë’s “Wuthering Heights” is creating quite a stir. Directed by Emerald Fennell, the film stars Margot Robbie as Cathy and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, offering a fresh and modern take on the beloved story. Owen Cooper also plays a young Heathcliff, and popular musician Charli XCX composed the soundtrack.
9. Outlander season 8 (Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone)
How to watch: Amazon Prime Video, 6th March
As a huge fan of Diana Gabaldon’s work, I was thrilled to dive into the ninth book! It continues the incredible story of Jamie and Claire, and this time, it’s wonderful to see them reunited with their daughter, Brianna, and her family as they attempt to create a life for themselves again at Fraser’s Ridge. But things are far from peaceful – with unrest building across the colonies, Jamie soon finds himself facing the threat of war right on his own land.
10. The Bride!
How to watch: in cinemas 6th March
Maggie Gyllenhaal’s new film is a dark and creative reimagining of the Frankenstein story. Jessie Buckley plays the character traditionally known as Frankenstein, and Christian Bale portrays the creature. Set in 1930s Chicago, the film centers on the creature’s request for a doctor to create him a companion, a plea that quickly leads to violent consequences.
11. Scarpetta
How to watch: Amazon Prime Video, 11th March
Nicole Kidman plays Kay Scarpetta, the main character in Patricia Cornwell’s popular crime novels. This is the first-ever TV adaptation of the series, and it follows Kay as she investigates crimes and deals with her own difficult past.
12. Reminders of Him
How to watch: in cinemas 13th March
After serving time in prison, Kenna comes home hoping to start over and reconnect with her daughter. However, she quickly discovers that moving on isn’t easy and that some people aren’t willing to let go of the past. Starring Maika Monroe, this film is based on the popular novel by Colleen Hoover.
13. Imperfect Women
How to watch: Apple TV+, 18th March
This series, starring Kerry Washington and Elisabeth Moss, is based on Araminta Hall’s bestselling psychological thriller. It follows two lifelong friends whose relationship is shattered by a shocking crime. As the mystery unfolds, long-held secrets are revealed, leaving viewers to question if they ever truly knew each other.
14. Project Hail Mary
How to watch: in cinemas 20th March
Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship, completely alone and with no idea how he got there. He remembers being part of a team of scientists sent on a desperate mission to save Earth, but now he’s the only one left. Can he succeed in his task? This exciting story stars Ryan Gosling in an adaptation of Andy Weir’s popular novel.
15. Margo’s Got Money Troubles
How to watch: Apple TV+, 15th April
Margo, raised by a former wrestler and a waitress, is determined to forge her own path. Facing hardship, she turns to OnlyFans and unexpectedly achieves instant fame. But will she discover that money and celebrity don’t bring the happiness she expected? Starring Elle Fanning, this film is based on the novel by Rufi Thorpe.
16. Remarkably Bright Creatures
How to watch: Netflix, 8th May
Shelby Van Pelt’s heartwarming novel about love, loss, and friendship has already captured the hearts of many readers, and a new Netflix adaptation coming this spring is sure to win over even more. The story centers on Tova Sullivan, who works as a cleaner at the Sowell Bay Aquarium while quietly grieving the disappearance of her son over three decades ago. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she forms a unique bond with Marcellus, a giant octopus, and their friendship is at the heart of this beautifully unfolding tale.
17. The Odyssey
How to watch: in cinemas 17th July
The timeless story of Homer’s Odyssey is being reimagined as a large-scale, epic film by director Christopher Nolan. The movie boasts a significant budget and a star-studded cast including Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Zendaya. It follows Odysseus’ decade-long voyage home, filled with encounters with mythical beings and powerful gods, while his wife Penelope and son Telemachus navigate trouble with persistent suitors in his absence.
18. The Book of Magic
How to watch: in cinemas 28th September
Alice Hoffman’s second novel in the Practical Magic series follows the Owens family, who have a long history of difficulty with romance due to a family curse. The story was also made into a film starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock.
19. Verity
How to watch: in cinemas 2nd October
Colleen Hoover is having another one of her novels turned into a movie, and this one boasts a fantastic cast including Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson. The story follows Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer who gets a life-changing opportunity: completing the popular novels of bestselling author Verity Crawford. When Lowen moves into the Crawford family’s home, she begins to uncover unsettling secrets about them.
20. Remain
How to watch: in cinemas 23rd October
Starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor, this film is based on the novel by Nicolas Sparks and M. Night Shymalan. It follows Tate Donovan, a New York architect who travels to Cape Cod to help a friend with a house project. Still grieving the loss of his sister and struggling with depression, Tate finds his life turned upside down when he meets the captivating Wren, who makes him question his carefully constructed world.
21. Sunrise on the Reaping
How to watch: in cinemas 20th November
Suzanne Collins’ new book takes place 24 years before the events of The Hunger Games, telling the story of the 50th Hunger Games and how Haymitch Abernathy won. The film stars Joseph Zada, along with Ralph Fiennes, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, and other talented actors.
22. Dune Messiah (Dune: Part Three)
How to watch: in cinemas 18th December
Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and the rest of the cast are back for the third Dune movie, directed by Dennis Villeneuve. Based on Frank Herbert’s classic novels, Dune has become a huge blockbuster franchise, rivaling Star Wars in popularity and scope. The upcoming film, Dune Messiah, will conclude the story of Paul Atreides.
23. Carrie
How to watch: Amazon Prime Video, date TBC
Stephen King’s famous horror story, Carrie, is getting a new adaptation as an Amazon Prime Video series. Summer H Howell will play Carrie White, a troubled teen struggling with hidden powers. After being humiliated by a cruel prank, Carrie unleashes her incredible abilities on those who wronged her.
24. Pride and Prejudice
How to watch: Netflix, date TBC
Everyone knows the story of Pride and Prejudice, and it’s been made into a movie or TV show many times. Now, a new adaptation is coming to Netflix, starring Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet, Jack Lowden as Mr. Darcy, Fiona Shaw as Lady Catherine de Bourgh, and Olivia Colman as Mrs. Bennet.
25. The Love Hypothesis
How to watch: in cinemas TBC
In Ali Hazelwood’s novel, Olive Smith, a PhD student, doesn’t think true love lasts. When her well-meaning friend challenges her, Olive finds herself in a tricky situation: she needs to appear to be dating someone. A spontaneous kiss with a handsome professor leads to a fake-dating scheme to appease her friend, but things get complicated when real feelings develop.
26. The Other Bennet Sister
How to watch: BBC One, date TBC
It seems like there are always multiple adaptations of Pride and Prejudice appearing around the same time. The BBC miniseries, The Other Bennet Sister, offers a fresh take on the classic story by focusing on the often-forgotten middle sister, Mary. The series stars Ella Bruccoleri, Ruth Jones, and Indira Varma and promises a lighthearted and engaging watch.
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Helen Daly leads new projects and business ventures as Deputy Digital Editor at TopMob. Before that, she worked as Deputy TV Editor for a national publication. She holds a BA in English Literature and an MA in Media & Journalism from Newcastle University.
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