Hulu Scraps TV Adaptation of Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses”

It’s official: Hulu and 20th Television have abandoned their plans to develop a TV series based on Sarah J. Maas’s beloved fantasy novel A Court of Thorns and Roses.

The Long Road to Ruin

Four years ago, there was buzz about a potential TV series. Renowned producer Ron Moore and author Sarah J. Maas had struck a deal to bring Maas’s epic fantasy world to the small screen. 20th Television, where Moore was under an overall deal, was on board, and Hulu was committed with a script commitment and hefty penalties.

Rumors of a Change

Rumors began surfacing early in 2024 about the possibility of the project being canceled. Speculation intensified when Moore switched gears, joining Sony Pictures Television. Commentators at the time speculated that even with Moore’s departure, Disney’s streaming giants, Hulu and 20th Television, might still pursue the adaptation with a different writer. However, that has not materialized.

No Further Action

Spokespersons for both Hulu and 20th Television declined to comment on the decision to abandon the series. The fate of the adaptation remains uncertain as the companies move on from their initial commitment.

Exploring the Series

A Court of Thorns and Roses was set to be Hulu’s debut in the fantasy genre, a category dominated by competitors like Disney+ and Disney Channel with shows such as Percy Jackson and the Olympians and The Descendants franchise.

The Story Behind the Books

A fairytale reboot wrapped in romance, adventure, and political intrigue, the series centers around a huntress who agrees to travel to a mystical realm inhabited by faeries in exchange for her family’s safety. However, she falls for her faerie companion and must defend their love against an ancient curse poised to destroy their realms.

The Success of Maas’ Series

Originally published in 2015, A Court of Thorns and Roses launched the A Court of series, a magical saga that has captivated readers worldwide. The series continued with A Court of Mist and Fury in 2016, A Court of Wings and Ruin in 2017, A Court of Frost and Starlight in 2018, and concluded recently with A Court of Silver Flames in 2021.

Conclusion

Though the adaptation is on hold, Sarah J. Maas’s iconic world remains safe in the hands of fantasy book lovers. The series continues to thrive as a book phenomenon, with its lush settings and compelling characters holding steady in the literary world.

For fans eagerly awaiting a screen adaptation, this news may come as a surprise, but it underscores the unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry. However, the success of fantasy on rival streaming services signals that Maas’s world could still find its way to the screen under different circumstances.

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