Netflix has officially locked in its next major book-to-screen project.
The streaming giant is adapting The God of the Woods, the 2024 bestselling crime thriller novel by Liz Moore, into an original television series. With prestige creatives attached and a proven appetite for literary adaptations, the project is already shaping up to be one of Netflix’s most anticipated mystery dramas in development.
Mindhunter Writer Joins As Co-Showrunner
According to Variety, Liz Moore is partnering with Liz Hannah to bring The God of the Woods to the screen.
Hannah will serve as co-showrunner, executive producer, and writer alongside Moore. She is best known for her work on Netflix’s acclaimed crime series Mindhunter, which earned her a Writers Guild of America nomination. Her résumé also includes writing and executive producing credits on The Dropout, The Girl from Plainville, and Lee.
The pairing signals Netflix’s intent to treat the adaptation as a prestige drama rather than a conventional mystery series.
What The God of the Woods Is About
The story unfolds across multiple generations of the Van Laar family, set against the haunting wilderness of the Adirondacks.
At its center is the mysterious disappearance of teenager Barbara Van Laar from her family’s elite summer camp. As investigators dig deeper, long-buried secrets emerge, revealing troubling links between Barbara’s vanishing and a tragic event from the family’s past.
The novel weaves together themes of class, power, generational trauma, and silence, creating a slow-burn thriller that examines how privilege can distort truth and accountability.
Netflix’s Plans For The Series
Netflix is adapting The God of the Woods into hour-long episodes, with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film serving as production partners.
In a joint statement, Moore and Hannah expressed enthusiasm for the project:
“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.”
As of now, no cast members have been announced, and Netflix has not revealed a production start date or release window.
A Bestseller With High-Profile Fans
The novel’s adaptation buzz has been fueled in part by its high-profile readership.
Public figures including Barack Obama and Taylor Swift have been named among the book’s notable fans, helping propel The God of the Woods to bestseller status and cultural visibility well beyond traditional crime fiction audiences.
That momentum positions the series as a strong contender to follow in the footsteps of Netflix’s most successful literary adaptations.
Netflix’s Expanding Book-To-TV Strategy
The God of the Woods joins a rapidly growing slate of Netflix adaptations based on bestselling novels.
Upcoming projects include adaptations of Jo Nesbø’s Harry Hole, Harlan Coben’s Run Away, Bridgerton: An Offer from a Gentleman, Pride and Prejudice, and The Age of Innocence. Many of these titles are expected to debut in 2026 and beyond.
Netflix has consistently seen strong results from book adaptations, many of which dominate its Global Top 10 charts upon release.
Liz Moore’s Growing TV Footprint
The announcement also follows the recent success of Long Bright River, Peacock’s limited series adaptation of Moore’s earlier novel.
The show debuted in May 2025 and earned Amanda Seyfried a Golden Globe nomination, with Moore serving as co-creator, writer, and executive producer. Its reception further solidified Moore as a sought-after voice in prestige television storytelling.
Final Thoughts
With Liz Moore and Liz Hannah at the helm, The God of the Woods has all the ingredients of a breakout Netflix drama.
A layered mystery, literary pedigree, and creators experienced in character-driven crime storytelling position the series as a likely hit once it enters production. While casting and release details remain under wraps, Netflix’s continued investment in bestselling novels suggests this adaptation is being positioned for long-term success.
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