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Warner Bros. negotiates film rights to 'Theo of Golden,' eyes Tom Hanks to star

Studio is in talks to adapt Allen Levi's bestselling novel, with Tom Hanks reportedly attached to lead.

What to know

  • Warner Bros. is negotiating film rights to Allen Levi's novel 'Theo of Golden,' described as the highest-selling print book in America in 2026 with over 3.5 million copies sold.
  • Tom Hanks is reportedly eyed/tapped to star in the adaptation, though a deal is not yet finalized.
  • Coverage has largely been syndicated pickup of the original Deadline/TheWrap report with no new details on plot, director, or timeline.

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Warner Bros. negotiates film rights to 'Theo of Golden,' eyes Tom Hanks to star
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  2. Tom Hanks tapped to star in film adaptation of 'Theo of Golden' press · Cleveland.com · Chris Franklin · 85d ago · +4 outlets
  3. Tom Hanks is bringing a beloved bestseller to life in a deeply emotional new role press · NJ.com · Chris Franklin · 85d ago
  4. Warner Bros. in Talks to Land ‘Theo of Golden’ Film Rights, Tom Hanks Eyed to Star press · The Wrap · Umberto Gonzalez · 86d ago
  5. Tom Hanks May Star in THEO OF GOLDEN Adaptation The originally self-published book that has spent week after week on… post · Mastodon · indieauthornews@indieauthors.social · 85d ago
  6. Warner Bros Locking Down Film Rights To Allen Levi Bestseller ‘Theo Of Golden’ With Tom Hanks To Star post · r/movies · Puzzled-Tap8042 · 86d ago
  7. Warner Bros Locking Down Film Rights To Allen Levi Bestseller ‘Theo Of Golden’ With Tom Hanks To Star https://… post · Mastodon · Deadline@flipboard.com · 86d ago · 1▲