Book-To-Movie Adaptations Coming Out In 2026
Several book-to-movie adaptations are set to be released in 2026, featuring a mix of genres and notable talent. Films include adaptations of Emily Henry's 'People We Meet on Vacation' and Ridley Scott's 'The Dog Stars.' Other anticipated releases are based on Suzanne Collins' 'Hunger Games' prequel and Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' sequel.
- ▪Emily Henry's 'People We Meet on Vacation' will be adapted into a rom-com film for Netflix.
- ▪Ridley Scott's adaptation of 'The Dog Stars' will feature Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin.
- ▪Christopher Nolan's rendition of 'The Odyssey' will star Matt Damon and is set to release in July 2026.
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L-R: Sally Field in 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' Hugh Jackman in 'The Sheep Detectives' and Matt Damon in 'The Odyssey' Netflix/Amazon MGM/Universal Many books will provide backbone to both theatrical and streaming releases in 2026. From the long-awaited rom com film adaptation of Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation, which hit Netflix in January, to the Ridley Scott-directed adaptation of The Dog Stars starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley coming in August, several major releases will come off the page and to life on the big screen.
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