BREAKING: Netflix has just announced the adaptation of The God of the Woods, a bestselling novel by Liz Moore, into an hour-long drama series. This exciting development has captured the attention of high-profile readers, including former President Barack Obama and Taylor Swift, who have both praised the book.
The series, currently in production by Sony Pictures Television and Original Film, aims to bring Moore’s gripping narrative to life. Co-showrunners and executive producers Liz Hannah and Moore expressed their enthusiasm in a joint statement, saying, “We love making TV and can’t wait to bring The God of the Woods to life with our partners at Sony and Netflix. We hope everyone falls in love (and hate) with these characters as much as we have.”
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Adirondacks, The God of the Woods follows the chilling disappearance of 13-year-old Barbara Van Laar from her family’s summer camp. This tragedy unearths deep-seated family wounds and long-buried secrets within the influential Van Laar family. As authorities dig into the case, the narrative shifts between past and present, unveiling class divisions and the heavy toll of wealth.
The adaptation continues Moore’s successful collaboration with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film, following her previous series, Long Bright River, which received critical acclaim earlier this year on Peacock. Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty will serve as executive producers for the Netflix series.
Despite the buzz surrounding the project, Netflix has yet to reveal any casting details or a release timeline. With the book already appearing on multiple best-of lists and gaining significant recognition, the anticipation for this adaptation is palpable.
As Barack Obama highlighted it as one of his favorite reads of the year and Taylor Swift featured the audiobook in her documentary, The God of the Woods is poised to become a cultural touchstone.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. The world is eager to see how Netflix will bring this compelling narrative to the screen and what emotional depths it will explore in its storyline.