10 Highest Grossing Book-to-Movie Adaptations of All Time (That Aren’t Lord of the Rings)

This list ranks the most financially successful movies based on books, but we’re using a specific set of rules. We’re only including films that are *directly* adapted from a single book – movies that are part of a larger franchise, like the *Jurassic World* films (which come from the *Jurassic Park* franchise), won’t be included. We’re also looking at worldwide box office numbers, not just sales in the US. And because *The Hobbit* movies are prequels to *The Lord of the Rings*, we’ve left that series off this list. Now, grab your favorite fantasy novel and let’s begin – bonus points if you get that last reference!

House of David Becomes an Instant Hit After Season 2 Debut

Prime Video’s *House of David* is quickly becoming a popular streaming series. According to FlixPatrol, the historical drama currently ranks as the 8th most-watched show in the United States, just days after its Season 2 premiere on October 5th. The show tells the story of David’s rise to become Israel’s most famous king, and how King Saul’s pride leads to his downfall. The story follows David, an unlikely teenager chosen by God, through the prophet Samuel, to become the new king.

Jason Statham Co-Star Offers ‘Shelter’ Production, Casting News [exclusive]

I really enjoyed working on ‘[Shelter],’ which was filmed in Ireland. It was a pleasure meeting Jason; he was incredibly generous and welcoming to everyone on the crew. It was a fantastic job. My character isn’t a ‘good guy,’ and that’s usually what I’m hired for, but it was a really good experience and I appreciated the chance to work with Jason.

Hamnet – TRAILER

I just finished watching a truly moving film about Agnes, Shakespeare’s wife, and her devastating grief after losing her son, Hamnet. It’s a remarkably human story, and what makes it even more compelling is seeing how that personal tragedy seemed to fuel the creation of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, *Hamlet*. The performances are incredible, especially from Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, and it’s all beautifully directed by Chloe Zhao, who you might know from her Oscar-winning film *Nomadland*. It’s a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the creative process – definitely one to see.

Hailee Steinfeld Reveals the One Word She Thinks She’s Said The Most While Working On the Spider-Verse Movies

Shameik Moore, who voices Miles Morales, hinted at Gwen Stacy’s feelings for Miles in the upcoming Spider-Verse sequel. In a recent interview, Moore joked that Hailee Steinfeld, who voices Gwen, recorded the name “Miles” in countless ways and tones. He suspects the filmmakers have a huge collection of takes, encouraging fans to listen closely and count all the times she says it when the movie is released.

IT: Welcome to Derry Series Has a Surprising Connection With The Shining

During New York Comic-Con on October 9th, the creators of the upcoming series *IT: Welcome to Derry*, Andy and Barbara Muschietti, shared that the show will have surprising connections to Stephen King’s famous novels *The Shining* and *The Shawshank Redemption*. In an interview with CBR, they discussed the inspirations behind the prequel and how it builds upon the wider Stephen King universe.

Marvel’s X-Men Movie Release Date Possibly Revealed

Rumors are swirling about when Marvel Studios will finally reboot the X-Men franchise. A recent conversation on The Hot Mic podcast suggested May 2028 as a likely release date, which would be welcome news for fans who have been anticipating the project for a long time. Jeff Sneider, during the discussion, indicated that Marvel is probably planning the X-Men movie for that slot.

10 Forgotten NES Games That Everyone Needs to Play, Ranked

Man, can you believe the NES is forty years old this year? It’s such a classic, and while everyone knows the big names, there are tons of awesome hidden gems you absolutely have to check out if you’re into retro gaming. I’ve been revisiting some old favorites, and games like *Adventure Island* and *Maniac Mansion* still hold up incredibly well – seriously, they’re a blast to play even now!