Books that are becoming movies in 2023

In 2023 there have been talks of many book-to-movie adaptations with several highly anticipated releases on the horizon. From classic novels to contemporary bestsellers, there’s something for everyone. With the growth in technology, the film and television industry is able to bring to life the vivid imaginations and compelling stories written in these books. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the most promising adaptations coming to a theater, Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon prime video or another big screen near you. Get ready to dive into a world of adventure, drama, romance, and more. Here is our list of the top books becoming movies in 2023.

Daisy Jones & The Six

Author: Taylor Jenkins Reid,
Starring: Riley Keough as Daisy Jones
Release date: March 3, 2023
Where to watch: Prime Video

In Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid, a young singer-songwriter rises to fame in the 1970s rock scene and forms a band with five talented musicians. As their music takes off, the band is forced to confront their own personal issues and the pressures of fame. The upcoming book-to-movie adaptation follows Daisy and the band as they navigate the highs and lows of the music industry, and ultimately discover the power of friendship and music. Available on Prime Video this year.

Laura Dave’s The Last Thing He Told Me starring Jennifer Garner

Author: Laura Dave
Starring: Jennifer Garner as Hannah
Release date: April 2023
Where to watch: miniseries on Apple TV+

In Laura Dave’s The Last Thing He Told Me, a woman discovers that her husband has been keeping a secret from her before his sudden disappearance. As she investigates his past, she discovers a web of lies and secrets that could put her own life at risk. The upcoming book-to-movie adaptation follows the woman as she unravels the truth about her husband, and discovers the power of family and forgiveness. Available in 2023 on Apple TV+ or you can listen to the audiobook version of “The Last Thing He Told Me, here, with Speechify audiobooks.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuisto

Author: Casey McQuiston
Starring: Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Harry
Release date: 2023
Where to watch: Amazon

In Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston, a young American woman and a British prince fall in love, despite their different backgrounds and the disapproval of their families. The on-screen version follows the couple as they fight to be together and prove that love can conquer all. Along the way, they learn to embrace their differences and discover the power of love, friendship, and family. Available in 2023 on Prime Video and available as a Speechify audiobook now.

Are you there God? It’s Me Maragaret starring Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, and Benny Safdie

Author: Judy Blume
Starring: Abby Ryder Fortson as Margaret Simon
Release date: April 28, 2023
Where to watch: In theaters

In Judy Blume’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, a young girl struggles to find her place in the world as she navigates the challenges of growing up. The movie follows Margaret as she discovers her own identity and learns to embrace her beliefs, in the face of peer pressure and family expectations. Along the way, she learns to trust in herself and finds the courage to stand up for what she believes in. In theaters in 2023.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

Author: Suzanne Collins
Movie name: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Starring: Hunter Schafer as Tigris Snow and Viola Davis as Dr. Volumnia Gaul
Release date: November 2023
Where to watch: Amazon Prime or AMC

In The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins, readers are taken back to the world of Panem, 64 years before the events of The Hunger Games. The upcoming movie follows Coriolanus Snow, a young man from a privileged family, as he navigates the dangerous world of the Hunger Games. Along the way, he discovers the power of friendship and loyalty, and learns to stand up for what he believes in.

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann starring Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio

Author: David Grann
Movie name: Killers of the Flower Moon
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio as Ernest Burkhart and Robert De Niro as William Hale
Release date: May 2023
Where to watch: Apple TV+ and Theaters

“Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI” is a true crime book about a series of murders in the 1920s of members of the Osage Native American tribe in Oklahoma, after oil was discovered under their reservation land. The book details the investigations into these murders, which eventually led to the creation of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The film adaptation is expected to bring this intriguing and chilling story to the big screen, showcasing the corruption and greed that led to the systemic killing of the Osage people and the birth of the FBI as a major law enforcement agency.

Harold and the Purple Crayon

Author: Crockett Johnson
Starring: Zachary Levi
Release date: January 2023
Where to watch: Prime Video or Apple TV

In Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson, a young boy discovers the power of imagination when he uses his purple crayon to draw his own world. The book-to-movie adaptation follows Harold as he embarks on a magical journey of self-discovery and learns to trust in himself and his own creativity. Along the way, he discovers the power of friendship and the importance of believing in yourself.

A Man Called Ove

Author: R.D. Ronald
Movie name: A Man Called Otto
Starring: Tom Hanks as Otto Anderson
Release date: January 2023
Where to watch: Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, or in Theaters

In A Man Called Otto by R.D. Ronald, Otto is a mysterious man who appears in a small town and quickly becomes a beloved figure. The book-to-movie adaptation follows Otto as he helps the townspeople confront their fears and discover the power of friendship and community. Along the way, he learns to trust in himself and finds the courage to stand up for what he believes in. “A Man Called Ove” with Speechify audiobooks here.

Dune: Part Two starring Zendaya and Timothee Chalamet

Author: Frank Herbert
Starring: Zendaya as Chani and Timothee Chalamet as Paul Atreides
Release date: November 2023
Where to watch: HBO Max

In Dune: Part Two by Frank Herbert, readers are taken back to the planet Arrakis, where a civil war is raging between two rival factions. The upcoming book-to-movie adaptation follows Paul Atreides as he leads his people in a fight for freedom and justice. Along the way, he discovers the power of leadership and learns to trust in himself and his allies. With the fate of the planet in his hands, Paul must choose between his own desires and the greater good.

Knock at the Cabin starring Dave Bautista

Author: Paul Tremblay
Book Name: The Cabin at the End of the World
Starring: Dave Bautista as Leonard
Release date: February 2023
Where to watch: In theaters

In Knock at the Cabin by Paul Tremblay, a former Navy SEAL is forced to confront his past when he returns to his family’s cabin in the woods. The book-to-movie adaptation follows Dave as he battles his inner demons and discovers the power of forgiveness and redemption. Along the way, he learns to trust in himself and finds the courage to face his fears and make peace with his past.

Text for You – It’s All Coming Back to Me by Sofie Cramer starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Author: Sofie Cramer
Movie name: Love Again
Starring: Priyanka Chopra James as Mira Ray
Release date: May 12, 2023
Where to watch: Prime Video

In Text for You – It’s All Coming Back to Me by Sofie Cramer (also known as Love Again in the UK), a young woman discovers the power of technology to help her find love again. The upcoming book-to-movie adaptation follows the woman as she navigates the world of online dating and discovers the power of friendship, love, and self-acceptance. Along the way, she learns to trust in herself and finds the courage to take risks and open her heart to the possibility of love.

American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin

Author: Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin
Movie name: Oppenheimer
Starring: Cilian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Robert Downey Jr. as Lewis Strauss
Release date: July 2023
Where to watch: In Theaters

In American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, readers are taken on a journey through the life of one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century. The upcoming book-to-movie adaptation follows Oppenheimer as he makes groundbreaking discoveries in the field of atomic energy, and ultimately pays the price for his ambition. Along the way, he discovers the power of science and the importance of ethics in the pursuit of knowledge. If you’re curious about the on-screen version listen to “American Prometheus” on Speechify audiobooks first.

The Pale Blue Eye by Louis Bayard

Author: Louis Bayard
Starring: Christian Bale as Augustus Landor
Release date: January 2023
Where to watch: Netflix

In The Pale Blue Eye by Louis Bayard, a retired detective is called in to investigate a series of murders at a military academy in 1830s New York. This Netflix film follows the detective as he unravels the truth behind the murders, and discovers the power of friendship and loyalty. Along the way, he learns to trust in himself and finds the courage to confront his own demons and stand up for justice.

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