TV Show Book Adaptations Arriving In 2025 So Far

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07-05-2025

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Several best-selling books have inspired new and returning television series this year as well as box office movie magnets like the conclusion to Jon M. Chu's Wicked and Regretting You based on Colleen Hoover's book. Still novel adaptations more are in the works, like the many romantic comedies of Emily Henry and a few more Colleen Hoover best-sellers.
The year 2025 will see a few summery series, one returning and one new, based on books hit the small screen for Prime Video. Yes, we're talking about the highly anticipated returner, Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, which will include a supersized amount of episodes and newcomer, We Were Liars based on the book by E. Lockhart. Continuing with the beach and ocean theme, Season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians will also bring viewers back to the world of Greek gods at some point this year.
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YOU by Caroline Kepnes – Season 5 on Netflix April 24
Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg in 'You' Season 5
Season 5 of the Netflix TV adaptation YOU starring Penn Badgley and based on Caroline Kepnes' book arrives on the streamer April 24.
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We Were Liars by E. Lockhart – Season 1 on Prime Video June 18
Emily Alyn Lind, Esther McGregor, Joseph Zada and Subham Maheshwar in 'We Were Liars'
E. Lockhart's We Were Liars also got the television treatment from Prime Video, and it has wrapped production. The author has revealed on Instagram that the show will arrive June 18 on the streamer. The series will star quartet Emily Alyn Lind, Esther McGregor, Joseph Zada and Subham Maheshwar as the core four 'liars' with Mamie Gummer (True Detective), Caitlin FitzGerald (Succession) and Candice King (The Vampire Diaries) playing the three Sinclair sisters that connect the four pictured above. David Morse will also appear as patriarch Harris Reed.
The Buccaneers by Edith Wharton – Apple TV+ – June 18, 2025
Season 2 of Apple TV+'s The Buccaneers will arrive this summer, and Leighton Meester has joined the cast. Based on the book by Edith Wharton, which was published with multiple versions that end differently, the show's first season followed a group of five girls led by Nan (Kristine Frøseth) who venture to England from their American homes during the Gilded Age, exemplifying the culture clash between the two countries.
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 (We'll Always Have Summer by Jenny Han) – Prime Video – July 16
Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) and Belly (Lola Tung) in 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
The third and final season of Prime Video's The Summer I Turned Pretty is slated to come out July 16 with a bonus amount of episodes to bring the adaptation of Jenny Han's beloved book trilogy to a conclusion. The third installment of the YA coming-of-age series, based in We'll Always Have Summer, will unfold in a whopping 11 episodes, one of which will be directed by Han. Season 1 had seven episodes, which all dropped on the streamer at once, and Season 2 had eight, which released week to week after the first three rolled out on premiere day.
Coming 2025:
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (The Sea of Monsters)
Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+
Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians series Season 2 will be based on the events found in the second book of the original quintet: The Sea of Monsters. Season 2 of the Greek mythology-grounded fictional series will arrive on Disney+ in 2025. New casting additions that have been made ahead of the continuation of Percy, Grover and Annabeth's story include Daniel Diemer as Percy's half-brother Tyson, a Cyclops, Tamara Smart as Thalia Grace, daughter of Zeus, Andra Day as Annabeth's mother the goddess Athena and Courtney B. Vance as the god of skies and thunder, Zeus. Vance will take over from the late Lance Reddick who died shortly after the release of the first season.
Thank the gods, Disney renewed the Greek mythology-based YA series for a third season, which will likely follow the events of Riordan's The Titan's Curse, ahead of the Season 2 premiere on Disney+.
Returning and New Book-to-TV Adaptations in the Works:
My Life With the Walter Boys by Ali Novak
My Life With The Walter Boys
After a popular first season on Netflix adapted from Ali Novak's novel that gained traction on Wattpad, My Life With the Walter Boys will is in the midst of production on a second season, though the first season did tackle all the book material. Novak is writing another Walter Boys novel called My Return to the Walter Boys, but the show's second season won't be connected with that book.
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Below find a list of book adaptations in progress from early stages such as casting to production:
And here's a look back at all the book to TV adaptations that came out in 2024:
Masters of the Air – Apple TV+
'Masters of the Air'
The Apple TV+ series starring Austin Butler and Callum Turner, produced by Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg and Gary Goetzmen, is based on the book by Donald L. Miller.
Expats – Prime Video
Margaret (Nicole Kidman), Clarke (Brian Tee)
Lulu Wang directed all six episodes of Expats, adapted from Janice Y.K. Lee's novel, The Expatriates. The limited series stars Nicole Kidman, Sarayu Blue, Ji-young Yoo, Brian Tee, Ruby Ruiz, Jack Huston and more.
One Day – Netflix
Leo Woodall and Ambika Mod in 'One Day' on Netflix
Following in the footsteps of the 2011 film directed by Lone Sherfig and starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess, Netflix launched a television adaptation of David Nicholls' best-selling novel starring Leo Woodall and Ambika Mod.
Shōgun – FX/Hulu
'SHOGUN' — 'Crimson Sky' — Episode 9 (Airs April 16) Pictured (C): Anna Sawai as Toda Mariko. CR: Katie Yu/FX
James Clavell's 1975 book served as the basis for FX's Shōgun, starring Anna Sawai, Cosmo Jarvis, Tadanobu Asano and more.
Mary & George – Starz
Mary & George is inspired by the unbelievable true story of Mary Villiers, who moulded her beautiful and charismatic son, George, to seduce King James VI of Scotland and I of England and become his all-powerful lover. Through outrageous scheming, the pair rose from humble beginnings to become the richest, most titled and influential players the English court had ever seen, and the King's most trusted advisors. And with England's place on the world stage under threat from a Spanish invasion and rioters taking to the streets to denounce the King, the stakes could not have been higher.
Starz's period series starring Nicholas Galitzine, Julianne Moore and Tony Curran is based on the 2017 book The King's Assassin: The Fatal Affair of George Villiers and James I by journalist Benjamin Woolley.
Apples Never Fall – Peacock
Sam Neill and Annette Bening in 'Apples Never Fall,' which filed in Australia
Apples Never Fall is Liane Moriarty's latest book to get a television adaptation treatment after Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu and Big Little Lies on Max. Melanie Marnich served as showrunner behind the limited series, which starred Annette Bening, Sam Neill, Alison Brie, Jake Lacy, Conor Merrigan Turner, Essie Randles, Georgia Flood and more.
Manhunt – Apple TV+
Edwin Stanton in 'Manhunt'
Apple TV+'s limited series starring Tobias Menzies, Anthony Boyle, Will Harrison, Lovie Simone, Patton Oswalt and more is based on the history book Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer by James Swanson.
Palm Royale – Apple TV+
Carol Burnett in Apple TV+ series 'Palm Royale.'
Palm Royale, starring Kristen Wiig, Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Carol Burnett, Ricky Martin, Leslie Bibb, Josh Lucas and more, is loosely based on the book Mr. and Mrs. American Pie by Juliet McDaniel.
3 Body Problem – Netflix
'3 Body Problem': Netflix series is based on a book by Chinese author Liu Cixin
Netflix science fiction series 3 Body Problem has foundations in Liu Cixin's Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy.
We Were the Lucky Ones – Hulu
We Were the Lucky Ones
We Were the Lucky Ones on Hulu stars Joey King, Logan Lerman, Ben Lloyd-Hughes, Hadas Yaron, Robin Weigert, Amit Rahav, Lior Ashkenazi, Eva Feiler, Sam Woolf, Moran Rosenblatt and more, The epic family drama comes from the true story chronicled in Georgia Hunter's book of the same name.
A Gentleman in Moscow – Showtime
Ewan McGregor as Count Rostov In a Gentleman in Moscow episode 4, streaming on Paramount+ 2024. Photo Credit: Ben Blackall/Paramount+ With Showtime
Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead's starring series on Showtime is based on the best-seller by Amor Towles.
Ripley – Netflix
Andrew Scott as Tom Ripley in Episode 101 of 'Ripley'
The television series Ripley starring Andrew Scott, Dakota Fanning, Johnny Flynn and more follows the film The Talented Mr. Ripley starring Jude Law and Matt Damon.
Franklin – Apple TV+
Michael Douglas in 'Franklin'
Franklin starring Noah Jupe and Michael Douglas, is based on Stacy Schiff's book, A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France and the Birth of America. It explores Franklin's career.
The Sympathizer – Max
Robert Downey Jr. and Hoa Xuande
Based on the book of the same name by Viet Thanh Nguyen, The Sympathizer on Max stars Robert Downey Jr., Hoa Xuande, Fred Nguyen Khan, Vy Le, Sandra Oh and more.
Under the Bridge – Hulu
Under The Bridge — 'When The Heat Comes Down' – Episode 105 — Tensions rise as suspicions surround the teens. Rebecca and Cam hatch a plan — but an unexpected detour leads Rebecca down a strange rabbit hole, resulting in a new bond. Rebecca (Riley Keough) and Cam (Lily Gladstone), shown. (Photo by: Jeff Weddell/Hulu)
Hulu's Under the Bridge follows the real-life murder of teenager Reena Virk in British Columbia. Riley Keough and Lily Gladstone star in the adaptation of Rebecca Godfrey's book.
Tattooist of Auschwitz – Peacock
Jonah Hauer-King as Lali Sokolov in Auschwitz.
Heather Morris' The Tattooist of Auschwitz was adapted into a limited series on Peacock starring Jonah Hauer-King and Anna Próchniak.
Dark Matter – Apple TV+
'Dark Matter' starring Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly
Based on the book by Blake Crouch, Dark Matter stars Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Jimmi Simpson and more.
Bridgerton Season 3 – Netflix
Bridgerton
Season 3 of Netflix's Bridgerton was based on the book in Julia Quinn's series, Romancing Mister Bridgerton, which followed the friends-to-lovers love story of Colin (Luke Newton) and Penelope (Nicola Coughlan). Next season will focus on Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson).
Queenie – Hulu
Llewla Gideon and Dionne Brown in 'Queenie'
Queenie adapted from Candice Carty-Williams' best-selling novel by the author-turned-showrunner herself, arrived on Hulu June 7. The collaboration between Hulu and Onyx Collective stars Dionne Brown in the titular role of an everywoman who comes of age in the comedic, chaotic and cathartic series.
Maxton Hall: The World Between Us – Prime Video
'Maxton Hall' season 2
Prime Video's Maxton Hall: The World Between Us is adapted from Mona Kasten's book Save Me.
My Lady Jane – Prime Video
Emily Bader (Lady Jane Grey), Edward Bluemel (Lord Guildford Dudley)
My Lady Jane, based on the best-selling novel by Brodi Ashton and Cynthia Hand and Jodi Meadows, stars Emily Bader, Edward Bluemel, Henry Ashton and more.
Presumed Innocent – Apple TV+
Following in the footsteps of the film starring Harrison Ford, Greta Scacchi and more, the Apple TV+ series starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Ruth Negga is also based on the book by Scott Turow.
House of the Dragon – Max
Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy House of the Dragon Season 2 – Episode 8
House of the Dragon is based on more of a textbook by George R. R. Martin compared to Game of Thrones and the series of books behind that show. There will be two more seasons of the GOT prequel series, based on A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin.
Lady in the Lake – Apple TV+
LADY IN THE LAKE, Natalie Portman, (Season 1, ep. 101, aired July 19, 2024). photo: ©Apple TV+ / Courtesy Everett Collection
Lady in the Lake, based on Laura Lippman's novel of the same name, stars Natalie Portman and Moses Ingram.
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder – Netflix
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. Emma Myers as Pip Fitz-Amobi and Zain Iqbal as Ravi Singh in 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' on Netflix
The BBC first released the six-episode first season of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, which then went to Netflix in August. Wednesday star Emma Myers takes on the titular character Pippa Fitz-Amobi in the show based on the first of three books by Holly Jackson.
Bad Monkey – Apple TV+
Based on Carl Hiaasen's best-seller, Bad Monkey premiered on Apple TV+ Wednesday, August 14. The show stars Vince Vaughn, L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat, Michelle Monaghan, Ronald Peet, Jodie Turner-Smith and Victor Turpin. Charlotte Lawrence, John Ortiz and Zach Braff guest star.
Pachinko Season 2 – Apple TV+
Minha Kim stars as young Sunja in 'Pachinko' Season 2
Pachinko Season 2 will follow Part 2 of Min Jin Lee's best-selling novel of the same name. The show stars Minha Kim, Lee Min-ho, Anna Sawai, Soji Arai, Jin Ha, Youn Yuh-jung and more. It arrives August 23 on Apple TV+.
Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 – Prime Video
Morfydd Clark as Galadriel
Based on material found in J.R.R. Tolkien's book The Silmarillion as well as appendices in the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, Prime Video's The Rings of Power season 2 premieres on the streamer August 29.
Tell Me Lies Season 2 – Hulu
Lucy (Grace Van Patten) and Leo (Thomas Doherty) in 'Tell Me Lies'
Tell Me Lies Season 2 will continue the eight-year story of a toxic relationship, based on Carola Lovering's book. Season 2 arrives Sept. 4 on Hulu.
The Perfect Couple – Netflix
The Perfect Couple. (L to R) Eve Hewson as Amelia Sacks, Meghann Fahy as Merritt Monaco in episode 101 of The Perfect Couple. Cr. Hilary Bronwyn Gayle/Netflix © 2024
The Perfect Couple series coming to Netflix Sept. 5 is based on the book by Elin Hildebrand. The series will star Nicole Kidman, Live Schreiber, Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson, Meghann Fahy and more in a messy murder mystery.
The Chicken Sisters – Hallmark+
'The Chicken Sisters'
Based on the book by KJ Dell'Antonia, The Chicken Sisters follows a family feud and generational conflict over fried chicken. Two chicken chains, Mimi's and Frannie's, divide the small town that they serve with loyal customers dedicated to each. Starring Lea Thompson, Wendie Malick and more, the series starts streaming on Hallmark+ Sept. 10.
Three Women – Starz
Shailene Woodley in Starz series 'Three Women'
Three Women starring Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, Gabrielle Creevy, Blair Underwood and more, is adapted from the book by Lisa Taddeo. The series premieres Sept. 13.
Heartstopper Season 3 – Netflix
Kit Connor and Joe Locke in 'Heartstopper' Season 3
The third season of Heartstopper arrives Oct. 3 on Netflix. Season 2 took elements from the third graphic novel.
Disclaimer – Apple TV+
Cate Blanchett in Apple TV+'s 'Disclaimer'
Alfonso Cuarón's next project, a seven episode limited series Disclaimer, is based on the book by Renée Knight. The show premiered at both the Venice and Toronto film festivals.
Rivals – Disney+ – Oct. 18
Alex Hassell as Rupert Campbell-Black
Rivals on Disney+ is based on the second book in Dame Jilly Cooper's Rutshire Chronicles series. The show, now streaming on Disney+ stars David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Victoria Smurfit, Aidan Turner, Emily Atack, Bella MacLean and more. Set in the 1980s, the series follows a battle for control of a TV franchise in the Cotswolds, between two power-hungry men, Lord Tony Baddingham (Tennant) and Rupert Campbell-Black (Hassell). There are eight episodes.
Say Nothing – Hulu – Nov. 14
'Say Nothing'
The FX adaptation of Patrick Radden Keefe's Say Nothing will arrive on Hulu on November 14. Starring Lola Petticrew, Hazel Doupe, Anthony Boyle, Josh Finan and Maxine Peake, Say the show tells the story of murder and memory in Northern Ireland during The Troubles.
Silo Season 2 – Apple TV+ – Nov. 15
Steve Zahn in 'Silo' Season 2
Apple TV+'s adaptation of Hugh Howey's novels will return with a Season 2 in November. The show stars Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Harriet Walter, Chinza Uche, Avi Nash, Alexandria Riley, Shane McRae, Remmie Milner, Clare Perkins, Billy Postlethwaite, Rick Gomez, Caitlin Zoz, Tanya Moodie and Iain Glen. with Steve Zahn joining the cast for Season 2.
Interior Chinatown – Hulu – Nov. 19
INTERIOR CHINATOWN – 'Season 1': JIMMY O. YANG
Interior Chinatown, based on the book by Charles Yu, follows the story of Willis Wu (Jimmy O. Yang), a background character trapped in a police procedural trying to find his way into the larger story—and along the way discovering secrets about the strange world he inhabits and his family's buried history. The cast also includes Ronny Chieng, Chloe Bennet, Lisa Gilroy, Sullivan Jones, Archie Kao, and Diana Lin.
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