Sky has officially revealed plans to adapt the acclaimed novel, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, into an eight-part television series. Announced on Tuesday, the project will be produced by Left Bank Pictures, the company behind popular shows like The Crown and Dept Q. This modern adaptation is based on the bestselling works of Swedish author Stieg Larsson and aims to present a “bold and contemporary reimagining” of the story.
The new series promises to remain true to the essence of the Millennium novels, which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. The narrative will explore themes that resonate strongly with today’s audience while staying grounded in the characters and investigative elements that fans have come to love.
Originally published in 2005, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo follows the story of disgraced journalist Mikael Blomkvist and the enigmatic hacker Lisbeth Salander. Their partnership seeks to uncover the truth behind a decades-old cold case, a plot that was famously adapted for film in 2011. Directed by David Fincher, the movie starred Daniel Craig as Blomkvist and Rooney Mara as Salander, earning critical acclaim and commercial success. The film was later followed by The Girl in the Spider’s Web in 2018, which was directed by Fede Álvarez.
As for the upcoming series, casting details have not yet been disclosed. However, production is scheduled to begin in spring 2024 in Lithuania. The writing and executive production team includes Steve Lightfoot, known for his work on The Punisher and Behind Her Eyes, alongside Angela LaManna, who has credits on The Haunting of Bly Manor. Other executive producers include Andy Harries, Charlotte Moore, and John Phillips for Left Bank Pictures, as well as Sam Hoyle for Sky.
The series will be available on Sky platforms in the U.K., Ireland, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Sony Pictures Television will manage international distribution, with pre-sale efforts already underway in the U.S.
As anticipation builds for this new adaptation, fans of Larsson’s work can look forward to a fresh interpretation that seeks to capture both the heart of the original story and the complexities of modern society.
