The Midnight Library' Film Adaptation Moves Forward
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Production is scheduled to begin this autumn on the film adaptation of Matt Haig’s novel 'The Midnight Library'. Garth Davis will direct. The screenplay is written by Laura Wade (The Riot Club) and Nick Payne (The Sense of an Ending). The project represents a major international release for Studiocanal.
Facts First
- Pre-production begins autumn 2025.
- Filming starts early 202৭.
- Studiocanal launches sales at Cannes 202৬.
- Stud iocanal releases the film theatrically across multiple territories in 202৭.
- The plot follows Nora Seed's journey between life and death.
- The source novel has sold 15 million copies globally.
What Happened
Studiocanal has greenlit the film adaptation of Matt Haig’s bestselling novel The Midnight Library. Garth Davis (Lion) is attached to direct. The screenplay is written by Laura Wade (The Riot Club) and Nick Payne (The Sense of an Ending). Pre-production is scheduled to begin this autumn. Filming is scheduled to commence at the start of 202৭. Studiocanal will launch worldwide sales at the 202৬ Cannes market. The studio will release the film theatrically in the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Benelux, Australia, and New Zealand in 202৭.
Why this Matters to You
The film brings a widely beloved story about life's choices to the screen. The novel's massive global sales (15 million copies) suggest a built-in audience. The project involves acclaimed talent: Davis's direction (Lion) and the screenwriters' credentials signal a serious adaptation. This production creates jobs in the film industry across development, shooting, post-production.
What's Next
Pre-production begins this autumn, will involve finalizing casting, locations, budgets, and detailed creative planning. Filming begins early 202৭. Studiocanal will present the project to international buyers at Cannes in 202৬. The theatrical release is scheduled for 202৭. Further casting announcements and promotional material will follow as pre-production progresses.