Netflix to Adapt Dan Brown's New Langdon Novel into Thrilling Series, Marking a Franchise Comeback

May 22, 2025
Netflix to Adapt Dan Brown's New Langdon Novel into Thrilling Series, Marking a Franchise Comeback
  • The new adaptation aims to combine futuristic science with mystical lore, promising suspense and international intrigue.

  • Brown has described 'The Secret of Secrets' as his most intricately plotted and ambitious book yet, signaling a significant evolution in the Langdon narrative.

  • The Langdon series has achieved remarkable success, selling over 250 million copies worldwide and generating over $2.24 billion from three film adaptations.

  • The cinematic adaptations concluded with Tom Hanks' trilogy, which faced poor reception and box office results, and he is not expected to return for the Netflix series.

  • Netflix has secured the rights to adapt Dan Brown's upcoming Robert Langdon novel, 'The Secret of Secrets', into a series, marking a new chapter for the franchise.

  • The series will follow symbologist Robert Langdon as he races against time to rescue a missing scientist and her groundbreaking manuscript, blending elements of science fiction and mysticism.

  • Carlton Cuse, known for his work on 'Lost' and 'Jack Ryan', will serve as the showrunner, co-creating the series alongside Dan Brown.

  • Emma Forman will also serve as an executive producer for the Netflix adaptation, further enhancing the project's credibility.

  • Despite the Langdon film series grossing over $1.4 billion, interest has waned following the cancellation of a previous series based on 'The Lost Symbol'.

  • Set to be released on September 9, 2025, this novel marks Langdon's return after an eight-year hiatus since the last book, 'Origin', was published in 2017.

  • The plot will take Langdon from Prague to London and New York, culminating in a thrilling exploration of science and mysticism.

  • The story begins with a murder during Langdon's trip to Prague, leading to chaos as the scientist and her manuscript go missing, prompting a race against a powerful organization.

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