It seems like everything is based on a book nowadays, and that’s certainly the case with shows coming out in April 2026. You know The Testaments will premiere on Hulu on April 8, 2026, based on the novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood. There’s no doubt that you’re ready for the sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale to see another part of Gilead, but there is much more to come.
Whether you have Peacock, Apple TV, or even Netflix, there is a book adaptation to check out. Here are four others that are coming as series, and one of them, you’ll already have seen an adaptation of.
‘The Miniature Wife’
Manuel Gonzales put together a collection of short stories in 2013, with The Miniature Wifebeing the main one, even mentioned in the title of the collection. Now, Peacock is bringing an adaptation of the short story starring Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Mcfayden.
It follows the story of a scientist who ends up shrinking his wife. Yes, think of Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, but with adults only in the story. There’s an interesting element to this whole story, as it’s not all that clear if this is some goof or if there are some ulterior motives to bring a message of power dynamics. That’s all in your own interpretation of the story.
The Miniature Wife debuts on Peacock on April 9, 2026.
‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’
Apple TV is the next to bring an adaptation in April 2026. The king of adaptations, David E. Kelley, is behind this one, and it’s set to be a miniseries. Of course, we know that some of the miniseries can turn into much bigger shows, but Margo’s Got Money Troubles is based on one book.
When the daughter of a former pro-wrestler ends up pregnant with her English professor’s child, she has some choices that she needs to make. How can she make some money fast? Well, in a modern-day turn of events, why not OnlyFans? So, she heads on a journey to support her lifestyle and her baby. It’s based on Rufi Thorpe’s novel of the same name, which was released in 2024.
Margo’s Got Money Troubles premieres on April 15, 2026.
‘The House of Spirits’
Despite being out since 1982, The House of Spirits by Isabel Allende has never been adapted. That is until now. Allende is part of the adaptation process, and there are promises that this series will be faithful to the novel.
The novel follows Esteban, the patriarch of the Trueba family, who has always dreamed of succeeding in politics, business, and more. The only thing that beats those dreams is his love for Clara, his wife who has the ability to see spirits. Together, they have a daughter, Bianca, who has fallen for someone who Esteban disapproves of, but will he get a say considering the lineage that is about to be produced? The novel spans decades, and it’s certainly understandable why it’s never been adapted for TV before.
The House of Spirits will debut on Prime Video on April 29, 2026.
‘Man on Fire’
Finally, it’s time for a novel that has been adapted before. You likely know the Man on Fire movie starring Dakota Fanning and Denzel Washington, and now it’s time for another attempt at A.J. Quinnell’s work of the same title.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II takes on the lead in this revenge series, focusing on a man who was hired to protect and not to kill. He’s supposed to look out for the young daughter of an Italian industrialist, but after a devastating turn of events, John Creasy focuses on something much more terrifying, and there’s nothing scarier than a man with nothing to lose.
Man on Fire is coming to Netflix on April 30, 2026.
This story was originally published by Parade on Mar 30, 2026, where it first appeared in the Books section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
