Netflix Cancels US Adaptation Rumors and Shifts Focus to Global Spin-Offs

This update brings new developments regarding Netflix’s plans for an adaptation linked to the hit series. Recent rumors had suggested that a high-profile director was set to spearhead an English-language version, but it now appears that the project will not move forward.

Building on the phenomenal success of the inaugural series, …, there was considerable buzz about an American reinterpretation directed by a notable filmmaker, with production speculated to start in the near future. However, despite the growing chatter in 2024, Netflix never provided official confirmation, and recent reports indicate that the project is effectively off the table.

A report highlights that a particular scene at the end of the original production—with a prominent actress making an appearance—should not be mistaken as groundwork for a US adaptation, a point also clarified by the original director. Instead of focusing on a single domestic version, Netflix is reportedly contemplating multiple spin-offs situated in various international locales. Some examples include potential settings in France and Norway, though specifics remain unconfirmed.

Meanwhile, the acclaimed filmmaker remains engaged in other collaborative efforts with Netflix. One such venture is an offshoot from a well-known film, centered on a beloved character, set for a theatrical release in November followed by a streaming debut in December. Details about future projects remain fluid, but it is clear they will not include the adaptation previously discussed.