UPDATE: Netflix has just announced a major expansion of its programming with a highly anticipated adaptation of the bestselling novel The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. This hour-long drama series is set to captivate audiences, drawing attention from high-profile fans including Barack Obama and Taylor Swift.
The adaptation is being developed in partnership with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film, with Moore and Liz Hannah serving as co-showrunners and executive producers. In a joint statement, they expressed their excitement, stating, “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 centers on the chilling disappearance of 13-year-old Barbara Van Laar from her family’s summer camp. This tragic event unearths long-buried secrets within the influential Van Laar family, as authorities delve into the case, revealing class divisions and the ramifications of wealth.
The series promises to be a gripping narrative, weaving between past and present to explore the emotional and psychological impact of the tragedy on the characters involved. With its critical acclaim since release, the novel has secured a place on multiple best-of lists, earning significant recognition from notable figures. Obama has hailed it as one of his favorite reads of the year, while Swift was spotted enjoying the audiobook in her documentary, The End of an Era.
Currently, Netflix has not revealed any casting details or a specific release timeline, but the excitement surrounding this adaptation is palpable. As fans eagerly await further updates, this project marks a continuation of Moore’s collaboration with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film, following the successful Long Bright River, which aired earlier this year on Peacock.
Stay tuned for more developments on this urgent project as Netflix ramps up its commitment to bringing powerful stories to the screen. This adaptation is poised to be a must-watch, blending heart-wrenching drama with thrilling mystery.
