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This year has seen several notable book adaptations for the big screen, including comic adaptations like The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and classic tales such as Harold and the Purple Crayon.

Here’s a list of this year’s book-to-film adaptations:

Nightbitch – Theaters – Dec. 6

Starring Amy Adams, Searchlight Pictures’ adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s debut novel Nightbitch is a horror film directed by Marianne Heller, debuting in theaters on December 6.

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Nickel Boys – Dec. 13 – Theaters

Featuring Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Ethan Herisse, and others, this film, directed by RaMell Ross, is based on Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, exploring a deep friendship between two Black teenagers in a Florida reform school. It premiered at the Telluride Film Festival 2024.

Several other major book adaptations have been released this year. See them below:

The Tiger’s Apprentice

This young adult novel by Laurence Yep has been adapted into an animated film for Paramount+.

Argylle

Starring Henry Cavill and Bryce Dallas Howard, Argylle is based on Elly Conway’s book and premiered in theaters before streaming on Apple.

Spaceman

Featuring Adam Sandler, Paul Dano, and Carey Mulligan, this Netflix adaptation is based on Jaroslav Kalfař’s Spaceman of Bohemia.

Arthur the King

Inspired by Mikael Lindnord’s book, Arthur: The Dog Who Crossed the Jungle to Find a Home, this film stars Mark Wahlberg, Simu Liu, and Nathalie Emmanuel.

Dune: Part Two

This sequel, featuring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, was released in theaters in March and is now available to stream on Max. It is based on Frank Herbert’s first book in his science fiction series.

One Life

Starring Anthony Hopkins as Sir Nicholas Winton, this film adapts Barbara Winton’s book, One Life: The True Story of Sir Nicholas Winton.

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

This film stars Henry Cavill and Hero Fiennes Tiffin, based on Damien Lewis’s book about Churchill’s secret warriors in WWII.

Turtles All the Way Down – Max

John Green’s novel was adapted into a film that premiered on Max this year, featuring Isabela Merced as Aza Holmes.

The Idea of You

Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine star in this Prime Video adaptation of Robinne Lee’s novel, with Galitzine portraying a boyband frontman.

The Garfield Movie

Based on Jim Davis’s classic comic strip, this film features Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson.

The Watchers

Directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, this film stars Dakota Fanning and is based on A.M. Shine’s book.

The Bikeriders – Peacock

Jeff Nichols’ film is based on Danny Lyon’s photographic book.

The Imaginary – Netflix

This animated film, inspired by A.F. Harrold’s book, follows Amanda and her imaginary friend Rudger, produced by Studio Ponce.

Deadpool & Wolverine – Theaters

The third Deadpool film is based on Marvel comics, though the title was altered from Deadpool vs. Wolverine.

Harold and the Purple Crayon – Theaters

This feature film adaptation of Crockett Johnson’s classic story stars Zachary Levi and Zooey Deschanel, narrated by Alfred Molina.

It Ends With Us – Aug 9 – Theaters

This film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestseller stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

Tales of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Aug 9 – Paramount+

This animated film features Michah Abbey and Ayo Edebiri, based on comics by Jason Aaron and others.

The Crow – Aug 23 – Theaters

Bill Skarsgård and FKA Twigs headline this film based on James O’Barr’s novel.

Uglies – Sept. 13 – Netflix

This long-awaited adaptation of Scott Westerfield’s novel, starring Joey King, hit Netflix on September 13.

The Wild Robot – Sept 27 – Theaters

Peter Brown’s The Wild Robot inspired this animated film from Universal, set to release Friday.

Small Things Like These – Nov 8 – Theaters

Cillian Murphy stars in this adaptation of Claire Keegan’s novel, exploring secrets kept by a local convent in 1985 Ireland.

Wicked Part One – Nov 22 – Theaters

Jon Chu’s adaptation of Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel will feature Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, arriving in theaters on November 22.

Out of My Mind – Nov 22 -Disney+

Directed by Amber Sealey, this film follows Melody, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, based on Sharon M. Draper’s book.

 

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Amy Adams, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Hamish Linklater, Fred Hechinger, Daveed Diggs, Luke Tennie, Henry Caville, Bryce Dallas Howard, Adam Sandler, Paul Dano, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, Mark Wahlberg, Simu Liu, Nathalie Emmanuel, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Austin Butler, Anthony Hopkins, Sir Nicholas Winton, Barbara Winton, Henry Cavill, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, Michah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Ayo Edebiri, Bill Skarsgård, FKA Twigs, Danny Huston, Joey King, Chase Stokes, Keith Powers, Cillian Murphy, Eoleen Walsh, Emily Watson, Clare Dunne, Peter Claffey, Ian O’Reilly, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Phoebe-Rae Taylor, Jennifer Aniston, Rosemarie Dewitt, Luke Kirby, Michael Chernus, Courtney Taylor, Judith Light.

Company Names

Searchlight Pictures, MGM, Paramount+, Apple, Netflix, Warner Bros., Sony Pictures, Columbia Pictures, DreamWorks Animation.

Titles

Nightbitch, Nickel Boys, The Tiger’s Apprentice, Argylle, Spaceman, Arthur the King, Dune: Part Two, One Life, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Turtles All the Way Down, The Idea of You, The Garfield Movie, The Watchers, The Bikeriders, The Imaginary, Deadpool & Wolverine, Harold and the Purple Crayon, It Ends With Us, Tales of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Crow, Uglies, The Wild Robot, Small Things Like These, Wicked Part One, Out of My Mind.

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