Emily Henry’S Novels Are Hollywood’S New Obsession – 5 Must-Watch Adaptations

Emily Henry's Cinematic Takeover

Emily Henry, the reigning queen of modern romance novels, is having her stories transformed into the hottest Hollywood must-sees. Kicking off this literary blitz is the adaptation of her heartfelt novel, People We Meet on Vacation, which landed on Netflix on January 9. Fans are buzzing, and there’s plenty more to come.

Five of Henry's bestsellers are being adapted, with Deadline first announcing in 2022 that 3000 Pictures would tackle the beloved tale of Poppy and Alex. "How’s everyone’s Tuesday," Henry cheekily posted on Instagram, sharing her excitement with fans. This heartfelt connection with her readers is key to her success.

“Feeling grateful for my beautiful life,” she wrote, expressing her gratitude for the overwhelming reader support.

Spotlight on the Adaptations

People We Meet on Vacation

Directed by Brett Haley with a screenplay from Yulin Kuang, this New York Times bestseller follows the unique friendship of polar opposites Poppy and Alex. Cast as these two fan-favorite characters, Emily Bader and Tom Blyth bring the story to life, alongside a star-studded ensemble featuring Sarah Catherine Hook, Jameela Jamil, and Molly Shannon.

Book Lovers

Henry’s 2022 novel Book Lovers is set to bring the heat, with Tango taking the reins for its film adaptation. The story features literary agent Nora and the brooding Charlie in a small-town romance that’s anything but ordinary. Sarah Heyward, renowned for her work on Girls, is poised to pen the script, promising a "funny, cozy, moving, and messy" cinematic experience.

Rounding Out the Lineup

Beach Read

Beach Read is becoming a film under 20th Century Studios, with Kuang directing and scripting. The charming narrative of two authors swapping genres during a summer retreat is bound to be a hit. Henry playfully warned fans to have tissues ready, asking, "who’s ready to cry?"

Happy Place

Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions is adapting Happy Place into a Netflix film. Set against the backdrop of a Maine beach house, the story of exes Harriet and Wyn faking a relationship adds another layer of drama to this series of adaptations.

Funny Story

Finally, Henry’s Funny Story is being adapted by Lyrical Media and Ryder Picture Company. This tale of a jilted librarian navigating fake dating promises plenty of laughs and heart. Though casting details are under wraps, fans eagerly await its Netflix premiere.

The buzz around these adaptations positions Emily Henry as a powerhouse in both the literary and film worlds. With such a dynamic slate on the horizon, fans are in for a wild ride.