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Books on the Big (and Small) Screen: What's New, What's Next, and Where to Watch

Love seeing your favorite books leap from page to screen? You're not alone! Whether you're in the mood for a historical romance, a chilling slasher, or a spiritual reflection voiced by Oscar Isaac (yes, really), there’s a literary adaptation out now—or coming soon—that might just make your TBR and your watchlist.

Here’s a roundup of recent and upcoming releases, plus where to find them—and a reminder that our curated  Page to Screen newsletter  is the best way to get handpicked reading recommendations that are making the leap to film and television and that’s just one of many curated newsletters you can subscribe to! From Mystery to Teen Scene, Armchair Travel to Nature and Science, each newsletter is directly connected to our library catalog, so you can read it, reserve it, and even request it, all in one click.

Happy reading—and binge-watching!

Now Playing

The Life of Our Lord by Charles Dickens

The King of Kings is a star-studded animated film based on Dickens’ heartfelt account of the life of Jesus, featuring the voices of Oscar Isaac and Kenneth Branagh.

Watch it: In theaters now.

The Amateur by Robert Littell

Rami Malek stars as a grieving CIA decoder-turned-reluctant spy in this adaptation of Littell’s icy espionage classic.

Watch it: In theaters now.

On Swift Horses by Shannon Pufahl

This poignant drama, set in the shadow of the Korean War, follows a newlywed couple and the arrival of the husband’s complicated brother. Daisy Edgar-Jones and Jacob Elordi lead the cast.

Watch it: In theaters now.

Ransom Canyon by Jodi Thomas

Small-town romance, Texas Hill Country, and a cowboy or two. This feel-good Western drama starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly brings Jodi Thomas’ beloved series to the screen.

Watch it: Now streaming on Netflix*.

Coming Soon

Miss Austen by Gill Hornby

Keeley Hawes portrays Cassandra Austen, Jane’s fiercely devoted sister, in this Masterpiece miniseries about family, grief, and literary legacy.

Premieres: May 4 on PBS Masterpiece.

Forever… by Judy Blume

Regina King directs this reimagining of Judy Blume’s iconic coming-of-age novel, now set in 2018 Los Angeles and centered on two Black teen athletes navigating first love.

Premieres: May 8 on Netflix*.

Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare

A bloody good time (literally). This slasher film adaptation from horror-comedy director Eli Craig brings Cesare’s YA horror hit to theaters.

Premieres: May 9 in theaters.

All Systems Red by Martha Wells

Meet Murderbot: a free-thinking security android who’d rather binge soap operas than talk to humans—but keeps saving them anyway. Sci-fi with smarts and snark.

Premieres: May 16 on Apple TV+*.


*Borrow a streaming device preloaded with premium subscriptions, courtesy of the Friends of the Greenburgh Public Library with a GPL library card. Enjoy access to platforms like Apple TV, Britbox, Disney+, Netflix & Acorn TV, and Peacock, along with PBS Passport and additional free apps, including Crackle, Hoopla, Kanopy, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Tubi, and more.