Over 30 Book-to-TV Show Adaptations Premiering This Year

Several best-selling books have inspired new and returning television series this year, as well as box office magnets like It Ends With Us and Wicked, which is set to premiere later in the fall. More novel adaptations are in the works, including romantic comedies by Emily Henry and more best-sellers by Colleen Hoover.

The year 2024 has seen a diverse range of adaptations, including historical fiction like Apple TV+’s Pachinko and FX’s Shōgun, young adult best-sellers such as Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper graphic novels and John Green’s Turtles All the Way Down, and science fiction titles like Apple TV+’s Dark Matter and Netflix’s The Three-Body Problem, among many others.

Upcoming adaptations in 2024 include the second season of Pachinko, based on Min Jin Lee’s epic historical novel, and season two of Tell Me Lies, based on Carola Lovering’s book. These are joined by The Perfect Couple, adapted from Elin Hilderbrand’s murder mystery beach read, and several more. Here are some standout TV shows based on books coming out soon:

Bad Monkey – Apple TV+

Based on Carl Hiaasen’s best-seller, Bad Monkey premiered on Apple TV+ on August 14. The show stars Vince Vaughn, L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, and more. Guest stars include Charlotte Lawrence, John Ortiz, and Zach Braff.

Pachinko Season 2 – Apple TV+

Pachinko Season 2 will follow Part 2 of Min Jin Lee’s best-selling novel. The show, arriving on August 23, stars Minha Kim, Lee Min-ho, Anna Sawai, and more.

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 – Prime Video

Based on material from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion and appendices from the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, Prime Video’s The Rings of Power season 2 premieres on August 29.

Tell Me Lies Season 2 – Hulu

Tell Me Lies Season 2 continues the eight-year story of a toxic relationship based on Carola Lovering’s book. The season arrives on September 4 on Hulu.

The Perfect Couple – Netflix

The Perfect Couple, airing on September 5, is based on Elin Hilderbrand’s book. The series stars Nicole Kidman, Live Schreiber, Dakota Fanning, and more.

Three Women – Starz

Starring Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, and others, Three Women, adapted from Lisa Taddeo’s book, premieres on September 13 on Starz.

Heartstopper Season 3 – Netflix

The third season of Heartstopper, which follows elements from the third graphic novel, releases on October 3 on Netflix.

There have already been several book-to-film adaptations this year, including:

Masters of the Air – Apple TV+

This series, starring Austin Butler and Callum Turner and produced by Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, and Gary Goetzman, is based on Donald L. Miller’s book.

Expats – Prime Video

Directed by Lulu Wang, Expats is a six-episode limited series based on Janice Y.K. Lee’s novel and stars Nicole Kidman, Sarayu Blue, and more.

One Day – Netflix

Following the 2011 film, Netflix’s adaptation stars Leo Woodall and Ambika Mod and is based on David Nicholls’ best-selling novel.

Shōgun – FX/Hulu

James Clavell’s 1975 book inspired FX’s Shōgun, starring Anna Sawai and Cosmo Jarvis.

Mary & George – Starz

Starz’s period series starring Nicholas Galitzine, Julianne Moore, and Tony Curran is based on Benjamin Woolley’s 2017 book The King’s Assassin: The Fatal Affair of George Villiers and James I.

Apples Never Fall – Peacock

Liane Moriarty’s latest book gets the TV treatment. Apples Never Fall stars Annette Bening, Sam Neill, and others, with Melanie Marnich serving as showrunner.

Manhunt – Apple TV+

This limited series on Apple TV+ stars Tobias Menzies and others. It’s based on James Swanson’s Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer.

Palm Royale – Apple TV+

Starring Kristen Wiig, Laura Dern, and more, Palm Royale is loosely based on Juliet McDaniel’s book Mr. and Mrs. American Pie.

3 Body Problem – Netflix

This Netflix science fiction series is based on Liu Cixin’s Remembrance of Earth’s Past trilogy.

We Were the Lucky Ones – Hulu

This Hulu series stars Joey King, Logan Lerman, and others. It’s an epic family drama based on Georgia Hunter’s true story.

A Gentleman in Moscow – Showtime

This series starring Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead is based on Amor Towles’ best-seller.

Ripley – Netflix

Starring Andrew Scott, Dakota Fanning, and Johnny Flynn, Ripley follows the film The Talented Mr. Ripley, and is based on Patricia Highsmith’s series.

Franklin – Apple TV+

Starring Noah Jupe and Michael Douglas, Franklin is based on Stacy Schiff’s A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France and the Birth of America.

The Sympathizer – Max

Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s book, Max’s The Sympathizer stars Robert Downey Jr. and more.

Under the Bridge – Hulu

Hulu’s Under the Bridge recounts the real-life murder of Reena Virk. Riley Keough and Lily Gladstone star in the adaptation of Rebecca Godfrey’s book.

Tattooist of Auschwitz – Peacock