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Patrick Ness to Write Disney’s “Dallergut” Adaptation

8/13/2026

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Disney Live Action is developing a film adaptation of Miye Lee’s South Korea bestseller The Dallergut Dream Department Store.
Patrick Ness is writing the screenplay for the adaptation.
The novel has sold over 2 million copies in more than 20 territories, becoming a No. 1 bestseller in South Korea.
As of August 12, 2026, no director, cast, schedule, or release date has been announced.

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Story summary

Disney Live Action is developing a film adaptation of Miye Lee’s South Korea bestseller The Dallergut Dream Department Store.
Patrick Ness is writing the screenplay for the adaptation.
The novel has sold over 2 million copies in more than 20 territories, becoming a No. 1 bestseller in South Korea.
As of August 12, 2026, no director, cast, schedule, or release date has been announced.