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Brandon Sanderson Adapting Cosmere Universe for Apple TV

2/3/2026

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Brandon Sanderson, the author, has secured a deal with Apple TV to adapt his Cosmere universe, including the Mistborn series and The Stormlight Archive.
Sanderson will write the screenplay for the Mistborn movie himself, underscoring his hands-on involvement.
He aims to avoid the pitfalls of adaptations like Game of Thrones by ensuring timely releases and maintaining narrative integrity.
The first installment, Isles of the Emberdark, releases on February 3, 2026.

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Story summary

Brandon Sanderson, the author, has secured a deal with Apple TV to adapt his Cosmere universe, including the Mistborn series and The Stormlight Archive.
Sanderson will write the screenplay for the Mistborn movie himself, underscoring his hands-on involvement.
He aims to avoid the pitfalls of adaptations like Game of Thrones by ensuring timely releases and maintaining narrative integrity.
The first installment, Isles of the Emberdark, releases on February 3, 2026.