Brandon Sanderson has shed light on the process behind the simultaneous adaptation of his Cosmere novels into both a movie and a television show. The fantasy series will split its time between film and TV, with a Mistborn movie and a Stormlight Archive TV show being the first to hit the market.
The deal was reportedly a long time in the making for Sanderson, who spent years finding someone to adapt his Cosmere novels. In May this year, he pitched an adaptation to all major streamers and studios in Hollywood, and after successful meetings, Apple won out as the partner.
One of the key factors that sealed the deal was Sanderson's desire for control over the adaptations. Under the new agreement, he will not only write and produce but also consult on casting choices for both Mistborn and Stormlight Archive projects. Additionally, he will co-showrun the TV show, with another collaborator being sought to help him with this endeavor.
Sanderson is confident that things will unfold as planned, citing Apple's careful approach to releasing specific films. He has promised to document his experience in writing the screenplay for the movie adaptation, detailing the challenges of condensing a 200,000-word book into a two-hour film over the next six months.
Despite the adaptations, Sanderson assures fans that his writing schedule will not be significantly impacted and that Mistborn Ghostbloods will still release in 2028 as previously announced. The publication of the next Stormlight Archive book is also on track.
The deal was reportedly a long time in the making for Sanderson, who spent years finding someone to adapt his Cosmere novels. In May this year, he pitched an adaptation to all major streamers and studios in Hollywood, and after successful meetings, Apple won out as the partner.
One of the key factors that sealed the deal was Sanderson's desire for control over the adaptations. Under the new agreement, he will not only write and produce but also consult on casting choices for both Mistborn and Stormlight Archive projects. Additionally, he will co-showrun the TV show, with another collaborator being sought to help him with this endeavor.
Sanderson is confident that things will unfold as planned, citing Apple's careful approach to releasing specific films. He has promised to document his experience in writing the screenplay for the movie adaptation, detailing the challenges of condensing a 200,000-word book into a two-hour film over the next six months.
Despite the adaptations, Sanderson assures fans that his writing schedule will not be significantly impacted and that Mistborn Ghostbloods will still release in 2028 as previously announced. The publication of the next Stormlight Archive book is also on track.
but its kinda messed up that it took so long to happen & now they're splitting it between movie & TV like, why not just make a miniseries or something already? 
and what's with apple trying to control the casting choices? shouldn't be Brandon Sanderson's call lol 
anyway i'm hyped for the mistborn movie tho 
but also kinda worried about how they'll do justice to the books, fingers crossed 
But I trust Sanderson's skill as an author and storyteller. He's already proven himself with some amazing books like Mistborn and Warbreaker.
It's also cool to see him partner up with another collaborator on the TV show, I'm sure it'll be a great co-showrunner combo.
Can't wait for Mistborn Ghostbloods and Stormlight Archive book releases - Sanderson's got some epic storytelling to share. 
! I mean, can you think of a better combo? It's like they're gonna bring the entire Cosmere world to life 
. The fact that Sanderson is keeping control over everything is kinda genius – he gets to make sure the adaptations stay true to his vision 
. And co-showrunning the TV show? Game-changer! I'm low-key excited for the Mistborn movie too, but Stormlight Archive on TV? 
That's what I've been waiting for 
. Only 6 months to go until the script is done 
️, and then we get to see it all come together 
. I love how he's not just writing and producing, but also consulting on casting choices and co-showrunning the TV show. That's so cool 
. And the fact that he's documenting his experience on screenwriting is a great idea, can't wait to see how it all comes together 
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but can we talk about how long this was in the making lol? years? and now they're telling us everything is on track? we've seen project delays before... fingers crossed it doesn't mess with his writing schedule 
let's just hope the end product lives up to our expectations 
I'm so stoked about Brandon Sanderson's latest move! He's got total control over his Cosmere novels being adapted into a movie and TV show, which is amazing for him as an author. It's like, he can bring his vision to life without any major creative restrictions. The fact that Apple is on board too is super cool because they're known for taking their time and doing things right.
That's some serious negotiating power right there! And Sanderson gets to have control over everything, which is awesome. He'll be writing, producing, consulting on casting choices... the man's gonna be everywhere 
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. The next Stormlight Archive book is still on track for release in 2028, and the Mistborn Ghostbloods are coming too!
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. plus, getting to co-showrun the TV show is insane 
it's gonna be epic!!
! I'm curious to see how they're gonna condense those massive books into screen time, but I trust Brandon to make it work. Fingers crossed the Apple deal will lead to some amazing projects 
And don't even get me started on his promise to document his experience, I need all the deets on how this is going down! 