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07-05-2025
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TV Show Book Adaptations Arriving In 2025 So Far
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways 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. More from Deadline Read on for more TV shows based on books coming out this year. 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. RELATED: Penn Badgley Unpacks 'You' Series Finale & Why Joe's Downfall Is 'So Rewarding' 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. RELATED: Jennifer Garner On 'The Last Thing He Told Me': 'I Didn't Think I Could Survive If Somebody Else Played The Role'; Author Laura Dave Hints Season 2 – Contenders TV 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. Best of Deadline Sign up for Deadline's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Tom's Guide
07-05-2025
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I'm adding Prime Video's new mystery thriller show to my watchlist after seeing the first trailer — watch it now
Prime Video just dropped the first trailer for 'We Were Liars,' and if you were anywhere near Tumblr or BookTok in the past decade, you already know this one has a grip on people. E. Lockhart's best-selling novel became a huge hit thanks to its haunting prose, twisty plot, and that ending no one saw coming. Now, it's getting the TV treatment and hits Prime Video on June 18. 'We Were Liars' follows a wealthy family spending their summers on a private island, where a group of teens get themselves tangled in secrets, love, and a shocking mystery that changes everything. Even the premise alone has convinced me to add it to my watchlist. You may like We Were Liars - Official Teaser | Prime Video - YouTube Watch On Emily Alyn Lind takes on the role of Cadence Sinclair, the main character and narrator of the story. At first, it all looks like a dreamy summer escape (think 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' vibes) but it doesn't take long for things to shift into something much darker and more unsettling. Lockhart's novel came out in 2014 and soon became a favorite among teen readers, earning it a spot on the New York Times YA bestseller list for more than 40 weeks. Fans of the book already know what to expect. The story builds slowly, with bits of memory and emotion slipping through the cracks. This trailer gives just enough to stir that familiar feeling: a golden summer, the pretty people with perfect lives, and that weird sense that something's not quite right. Whether you've read it or not, it looks like the show could keep us guessing all the way through. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. 'We Were Liars' on Prime Video — here's what we know (Image credit: Prime Video) Along with the trailer and release date, Prime Video also released an official synopsis: 'Based on the best-selling novel by E. Lockhart, We Were Liars, the series follows Cadence Sinclair Eastman and her tight-knit inner circle, nicknamed the Liars, during their summer escapades on her grandfather's New England private island. 'The Sinclairs are American royalty — known for their good looks, old money, and enviable bond — but after a mysterious accident changes Cadence's life forever, everyone, including her beloved Liars, seems to have something to hide.' The entire eight-episode limited series will be available to stream starting June 18, 2025, only on Prime Video, and will be accessible in over 240 countries and regions. (Image credit: Jessie Redmond / Prime Video) Lind stars as Cadence Sinclair, with Shubham Maheshwari playing Gat, Esther McGregor as Mirren Sinclair, and Joseph Zada portraying Johnny Sinclair. The adult cast includes Caitlin FitzGerald as Penny Sinclair, Mamie Gummer as Carrie Sinclair, Candice King as Bess Sinclair, Rahul Kohli as Ed, and David Morse as Harris Sinclair. 'We Were Liars' is written and executive produced by co-showrunners Julie Plec and Carina Adly MacKenzie. Emily Cummins, Brett Matthews, Pascal Verschooris, and author E. Lockhart also serve as executive producers for the series. Plec is set to adapt the prequel novel as well, which dives into the hidden history of another generation of the Sinclair family. In a recent interview with Deadline, she teased that there are already plans for a potential season 2, which could explore more of the storyline from Family of Liars: 'I think fans of the book are going to be very, very happy, because I think we hit all the marks and all the beats that the book does, and then also expand the universe. 'Layers upon layers upon layers to really make the adult characters really nuanced and really multi-layered, and to set the stage for season 2, which theoretically is going to take us deeper into the moms' lives as well and add another generation to the story.' (Image credit: Jessie Redmond / Prime) For those who haven't read the book yet, don't be tempted to search up more plot details online. The twists and turns in 'We Were Liars' are best experienced without knowing what's coming. If you're curious, it's definitely worth going into the show blind, as discovering the mystery along with the characters is half the fun. With a chilling new trailer that teases plenty of dark secrets and emotional twists, 'We Were Liars' is shaping up to be a must-watch next month, and I know I've already added it to my watchlist. 'We Were Liars' debuts on Prime Video on June 18. In the meantime, see what got added to the platform in May 2025 for more streaming recommendations. More from Tom's Guide
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22-04-2025
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Prime Video Releases ‘We Were Liars' First Look Images (TV News Roundup)
First look images for Prime Video's young adult adaptation, 'We Were Liars,' show a vibrant summer getaway — and some unanswered questions. The series is based on E. Lockhart's book of the same name and features Cadence Sinclair Eastman (Emily Alyn Lind) and her friend group, called the Liars. The Liars hang out on a private island that belongs to Cadence's wealthy grandfather. 'After a mysterious accident changes Cadence's life forever, everyone, including her beloved Liars, seems to have something to hide,' according to the show description. More from Variety Netflix's 'The Waterfront' Sets World Premiere at ATX TV Festival, 'We Were Liars' and More Added to Lineup (EXCLUSIVE) The cast also includes Shubham Maheshwari playing Gat Patil, Esther McGregor playing Mirren Sinclair Sheffield and Joseph Zada as Johnny Sinclair Dennis. Additional cast members are Caitlin FitzGerald, Mamie Gummer, Candice King, Rahul Kohli and David Morse. Julie Plec and Carina Adly MacKenzie serve as co-showrunners. The series drops with the full eight episodes on Prime Video June 18. American Public Television will release the documentary 'American Delivery,' which traces nurses' efforts to address the national maternal mortality crisis, on public television stations May 1. The film will also be available to stream on at that date. Kino Lorber will bring an extended cut of the documentary to DVD and digital platforms like Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play and Fandango at Home starting May 6. Carolyn Jones directed the documentary, which was filmed in California, Ohio, Kentucky, Massachusetts, New York and Tanzania. The film is presented by WHYY. During National Nurse Appreciation Week, May 6-12, there will be screenings of the film in every state. * VICE TV's 'United Gangs of America' makes its return with Season 2 on June 3. The season will have ten one-hour episodes, releasing on a weekly basis. The first episode of Season 2 delves into the Pagan Biker Gang, and the rest of the season will unpack organizations like Fresno Bulldogs, Nuestra Familia, Black Mafia Family, Vagos and Aryan Sisters of Texas. 'United Gangs of America isn't just about gangs – it's about power, loyalty, fear, and survival,' VICE TV president Pete Gaffney said in a statement. 'We're going inside worlds most people never see, and every episode is as gripping as it is eye-opening. This show has connected with our audience in a big way, and Season 2 raises the stakes even higher.' 'Dept. Q,' a new series starring Matthew Goode, releases on Netflix May 29. The series is written and directed by Scott Frank, who was behind 'The Queen's Gambit.' It follows DCI Carl Morck, an Edinburgh cop who gets saddled with running a cold case unit called Department Q. 'Dept. Q' has nine episodes. Cast members include Chloe Pirrie, Alexej Manvelov, Kelly Macdonald and Leah Byrne. Frank, Rob Bullock and Andy Harries serve as executive producers. The nonprofit Moonshot Initiative has selected seven fellows and their female-centric feature scripts for the inaugural Moonshot Feature Accelerator, including Lauren Brown ('Deadbeat'), Briana M. Cox ('The Sum of Our Parts'), Elizabeth Dwyer ('When Ani Met Jo Met Cris'), A.K. Espada ('This Is Our Home'), Julia Morizawa ('Something About the Tide'), Katerina Munis ('A Singular Girl'), and Sylvia-Anne Parker ('600 Steps'). The fellows will have the opportunity to participate in a three-week development program before pitching to top companies like Netflix, HBO, Neon, Yes, Fusion Studios and Norman Productions, among other studios. They will also hear directly from industry insiders at United Talent Agency and Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment. 'We're proud to launch our Moonshot Feature Accelerator with a cohort of seven talented emerging screenwriters, with features ranging from a dystopian horror to a queer rom-com to a family drama,' Moonshot Initiative's co-founder and co-executive director Katrina Medoff said in a statement. 'We're proud to be able to provide the training and connections that they need to break into this industry.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
