Ranking: See the best series based on books.

Ranking: See the best series based on books.

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Game of Thrones, The Handmaid's Tale, and Sandman are among the best adaptations ever created for screen and streaming. See the full list.
Table of Contents
  1. Perfect Days (2024) 
  2. End (2023)
  3. The Seven Clocks of Agatha Christie (2026) 
  4. Daisy Jones & The Six (2023)   
  5. Dele & Dela (2026)  
  6. Vladimir (2026)  
  7. The Witcher (2019-present)  
  8. The 3-Body Problem (2024-present)
  9. Sandman (2022-2025)  
  10. Mrs. Fletcher (2019)  
  11. The Night Agent (2023–present)
  12. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (2024–present) 
  13. Bridgerton (2020-present)  
  14. The Handmaid's Tale (2017-2025) 
  15. One Hundred Years of Solitude (2024–present)
  16. Ripley (2024) 
  17. Toby's New Life (2022-2023)  
  18. Big Little Lies (2017) 
  19. Game of Thrones (2011-2019)   
  20. The Night Manager (2016–present)  
  21. You (2018-2025)  
  22. Boots (2024) 
  23. Like a Lightning Bolt (2026) 
  24. Orange Is the New Black (2013-2019)  
  25. Silo (2023-present)   
  26. The Leftovers (2014-2017)  
  27. Normal People (2020) 
  28. Outlander (2014-2026) 
  29. One Day (2024)  
  30. Sharp Objects (2018)  
  31. Power and Law (2022–present) 
  32. One Piece (2023-present)  
  33. Surviving in Style (2023–present)
  34. The Boys (2019-2026) 
  35. The Curse of the Hill Residence (2018)
  36. The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (2025-present) 
  37. The End of the F***ing World (2017-2019)  
  38. Percy Jackson & the Olympians (2023-present)
  39. The Expanse (2015-2022) 
  40. Reacher (2022-present)  
  41. The Queen's Gambit (2020) 
  42. watchmen (2019) 
  43. Pachinko (2022-2024) 
  44. Heartstopper (2022-2024) 
  45. Lupin (2021-2023) 
  46. The Genius Friend (2018-2024)
  47. Estação Eleven (2021-2022)
  48. Alias ​​Grace (2017)  
  49. Interview With The Vampire (2022-present)   
  50. Shogun: The Glorious Saga of Japan (2024-2026) 
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For those who love a well-crafted narrative, watching the best series based on books is a chance to see their favorite universes come to life in real-life settings. Whether you're a fan of police thrillers, period dramas, or epic fantasies, we've selected productions that respect the original work but also deliver creative details and the visual impact that only the screen can provide. Check out the list below!

Perfect Days (2024) 

6,7 on IMDB

Where to watch: balloon play

Based on the best-selling novel by Raphael Montesin the Brazilian series Perfect Days, the medical student Teo (Jaffar Bambirra)A solitary and controlling man becomes obsessed with the aspiring screenwriter. Clarice (Julia Dalavia)After being rejected, he kidnaps her and embarks on a forced journey through the settings described in her script, in an attempt to create a "perfect romance" and make her reciprocate his feelings.

End (2023)

8,2 on IMDB

Where to watch: balloon play

Based on the Brazilian book of the same name written by Fernanda Torres, End The story follows a group of friends from Rio de Janeiro as they grapple with imminent death while reminiscing about significant moments in their lives, including parties, weddings, and separations. The drama explores the frustrations and desires of characters like the womanizer. Ciro (Fábio Assunção) and your wife Ruth (Marjorie Estiano)in addition to the dilemmas of Irene (Débora Falabella), Álvaro (Thelmo Fernandes), Neto (David Junior), Ribeiro (Emílio Dantas) e Silvio (Bruno Mazzeo).

The Seven Clocks of Agatha Christie (2026) 

Original title: Agatha Christie's Seven Dials

70% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the suspense of Agatha Christie, the series follows the audacious Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent (Mia McKenna-Bruce) in a dangerous investigation after a prank ends in death. With the help of Superintendent Battle (Martin Freeman) and the Lady Caterham (Helena Bonham Carter)The young woman attempts to uncover a dark conspiracy involving a mysterious secret society.

Daisy Jones & The Six (2023)   

70% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

Inspired by the best-selling book by Taylor jenkins reidThe fictional documentary series chronicles the meteoric rise and sudden fall of an iconic 1970s rock band. Amidst tensions and passions, the leaders... Daisy Jones (Riley Keough) e Billy Dunne (Sam Claflin) They try to balance success with their personal issues. Decades later, the members reveal the truth about the group's end. The cast also includes names such as Camila Morrone, Suki Waterhouse e WillHarrison.

Dele & Dela (2026)  

Original title: His & Hers

70% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Adapted from the thriller of Alice feeneythe series follows Anna Andrews (Tessa Thompson), a journalist who returns to her hometown to cover a disturbing crime. Alongside the detective Jack Harper (Jon Bernthal)She finds herself trapped in a web of lies, where secrets from the past transform them from investigators into prime suspects.

Vladimir (2026)  

73% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the novel of the same name by Julia May Jonasthe series follows M (Rachel Weisz), a university professor whose life changes completely when she develops a dangerous obsession with a young and attractive colleague named Vladimir (Leo Woodall)While trying to fulfill her fantasies, she becomes involved in dark and provocative situations that threaten her marriage and career.

The Witcher (2019-present)  

75% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

The fantasy series based on the book and short stories by Andrzej Sapkowski accompanies Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill), a solitary monster hunter who roams the Continent facing supernatural threats. Amidst political wars and prophecies, his destiny becomes intertwined with that of the powerful sorceress. Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) and the young princess Ciri (Freya Allan)

The 3-Body Problem (2024-present)

Original title: 3 body issue

78% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

The 3 Body Problem It begins with astrophysics. Ye Wenjie (Zine Tseng/Rosalind Chao) making a crucial decision in 1960s China, with consequences that reverberate to the present day. Years later, as the laws of physics mysteriously disintegrate, the detective Da Shi (Benedict Wong) investigates the panic among the scientific elite. He joins forces with a group of researchers to confront humanity's greatest threat: an extraterrestrial invasion planned by a distant civilization.

Sandman (2022-2025)  

81% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on a collection of graphic novels, Sandman accompanies Morpheus (Tom Sturridge), King of DreamsAfter decades imprisoned in captivity, he must traverse different worlds and timelines to restore order to his kingdom, the Dreaming, and recover his artifacts of power. Along the way, he encounters legendary figures such as... Lucifer (Gwendoline Christie) and her sister, the Death (Kirby Howell-Baptiste).

Mrs. Fletcher (2019)  

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

Adapted from the novel by Tom Perrotta,Mrs Fletcher explores the personal awakening of Eve Fletcher (Kathryn Hahn) After her son leaves for college, she finds herself living alone and decides to reinvent her love life and identity, immersing herself in a world of new discoveries and previously unexplored possibilities. Meanwhile, her son... Brendan (Jackson White) She faces her own growing-up challenges in a sensitive story about sexuality, connection, and new beginnings.

The Night Agent (2023–present)

Original title: The Night Agent

82% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

The series is inspired by the book by Matthew Quirk accompanies Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), a low-ranking FBI agent who monitors an emergency hotline in the White House basement. Upon answering a call from a civilian Rose Larkin (Luciane Buchanan)He plunges into a dangerous web of espionage and betrayal. In this context, Peter We need to act quickly to protect. Rose and to expose a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government.

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (2024–present) 

Original title: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 6,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the best-selling book of the same name by holly jacksonthe series follows Pip Fitz-Amobi (Emma Myers), a determined young woman who decides to investigate a crime that occurred five years ago in her city. Convinced that the real killer of a student is still at large, she teams up with Ravi Singh (Zain Iqbal) to uncover hidden secrets. 

Bridgerton (2020-present)  

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the book series by Julia quinn, Bridgerton It explores the competitive world of London's high society during the Regency period. The story follows the eight siblings of the family. Bridgerton In their search for love and happiness, while dealing with the scandals revealed by the mysterious Lady whistledownWith names like Phoebe dynevor, Regé - Jean Page, Luke thompson e Nicola coughlanThe series combines romance, stunning costumes, and a modern narrative.

The Handmaid's Tale (2017-2025) 

Original title: The Handmaid's Tale

83% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +, Paramount + e Prime Video

Em The Tale of the Maid, we follow June Osborne (Elisabeth Moss) In the dystopian Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian society that has taken over the United States, the fundamentalist regime treats fertile women, known as Handmaids, as state property due to a declining birth rate, forcing them into sexual servitude for repopulation. The plot follows June in her desperate struggle to survive the oppressive and unhealthy environment as she determinedly seeks to escape Gilead and find the daughter who was taken from her. Names like Yvonne Strahovski, Ann dowd e Max Minghella They are in the cast.

One Hundred Years of Solitude (2024–present)

Original title: One Hundred Years of Solitude

Popular title: One Hundred Years of Solitude

Where to watch: Netflix

In the timeless city of Macondo Gabriel García Márquezseven generations of the family Good day They navigate through love, forgetfulness, and the connection between their past and destiny. The epic saga follows the patriarch's journey. José Arcadio Buendía (Marco Antonio González Ospina/Diego Vásquez) and resilient Úrsula Iguarán (Susana Morales/Marleyda Soto), whose descendants face the loneliness inherent in their lineage under the shadow of a centuries-old prophecy.

Ripley (2024) 

86% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In this series, the New York con man Tom Ripley (Andrew Scott) He is hired to convince the heir. Dickie Greenleaf (Johnny Flynn) Returning home from Italy, she enters the world of wealth and privilege of the young man and his girlfriend. Marge Sherwood (Dakota Fanning), Ripley He begins a dangerous web of lies, fraud, and murder to usurp the luxurious life he so desires.

Toby's New Life (2022-2023)  

Original title: Fleishman Is in Trouble

87% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

Inspired by the novel by Taffy Brodesser-Aknerthe series follows Toby Fleishman (Jesse Eisenberg), a recently divorced doctor trying to find himself again in the world of dating apps. However, his plans for freedom are interrupted when his ex-wife, Rachel (Claire Danes), mysteriously disappears, leaving him alone with his two children. Between fatherhood crises and reflections on the past, Toby She is trying to understand what went wrong in her marriage.

Big Little Lies (2017) 

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

In one of the best series based on books, a murder exposes the problems of the seemingly perfect community of Monterey, California. In this quiet town, the crime may be the result of secrets and rivalries involving three mothers of children at the local school. The screen adaptation boasts a stellar cast including... Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Shailene Woodley, Zoe Kravitz and participation of Meryl Streep in the second season.

Game of Thrones (2011-2019)   

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 9,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Based on the bestselling book series by George RR Martinthe premise of Game of Thrones portrays two powerful families, the Stark and the LannisterIn a grand battle for power over the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros and to claim the coveted Iron Throne. Amidst this conflict, many heads roll, many characters appear, and a common enemy promises to end it all. The cast includes names such as Emilia Clarke, Lena Headey, Kit Harington, Sophie Turner, Maisie Williams, Gwendoline Christie e Pedro Pascal.

The Night Manager (2016–present)  

Original title: The Night Manager

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

Based on the best-selling spy novel by John le Carré, The Night Manager accompanies the ex-soldier Jonathan Pine (Tom Hiddleston), who works as a night manager at a luxury hotel. He is recruited by British intelligence to infiltrate the inner circle of a dangerous arms dealer. Richard Roper (Hugh Laurie)In a game of high tension and seduction, Pine You need to act cautiously to destroy the criminal empire of roper without being discovered.

You (2018-2025)  

Original title: you

89% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Inspired by the book series of Caroline Kepnes, the story unfolds from the perspective of Joe Goldberg(Penn Badgley)[Name], a bookstore manager who uses technology and social media to monitor and manipulate those he falls in love with. Beneath a facade of romance and gentleness, he hides an obsessive and dangerous nature, eliminating any obstacle that stands in his way. Names like victoria pedretti, Charlotte Ritchie e Elizabeth Lail are part of the cast.

Boots (2024) 

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,9 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Set in the 1990s, Boots accompanies Cameron Cope (Miles Heizer), a gay teenager who enlists in the U.S. Marine Corps alongside his best friend. At a time when being openly gay in the Armed Forces was illegal, Cameron He faces intense training, military discipline, and the constant fear of being discovered.

Like a Lightning Bolt (2026) 

Original title: Death by Lightning

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Like Lightning, based on the non-fiction book written by Candice Millard, tells the true and tragic story of the US president, James A. Garfield (Michael Shannon), in 1881. The production focuses on the fatal relationship between the idealistic politician and his obsessed admirer, Charles J. Guiteau (Matthew Macfadyen), whose frustration leads him to commit murder. 

Orange Is the New Black (2013-2019)  

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the book of the same name about the true story of the protagonist, Orange is the New Black follows the life of Piper Chapman (Taylor Schilling)A woman with a promising career and a loving fiancé, determined to achieve her dreams. Until the past comes knocking at her door in the worst possible way. In the plot of the best Netflix series based on a book, Piper is sentenced to serve time in a minimum security women's prison in Connecticut for having associated with a woman ten years ago. Alex Vause (Laura Prepon), his ex-girlfriend and also a drug dealer.

Silo (2023-present)   

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,1 on IMDb

Where to watch: AppleTV

Set in a gigantic underground silo, ten thousand people live under regulations believed to protect them. The engineer Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson), after the mysterious death of a loved one, begins to investigate the secrets of the silo. His path crosses with the head of IT Bernard Holland (Tim Robbins) and the head of security Robert Sims (Common), while the search for truth threatens the delicate social balance of the community.

The Leftovers (2014-2017)  

91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Following the unexplained disappearance of 2% of the world's population, one of the best series inspired by books follows the survivors as they grapple with loss, faith, and the meaning of life. In an atmosphere of existential despair and spiritual tension, the sheriff... Kevin Garvey (Justin Theroux) and the resilient Nora Durst (Carrie Coon) They try to rebuild their lives amidst psychological chaos, while a sect and the religious fervor of Matt Jamison (Christopher Eccleston) They test the limits of sanity and hope in a world that has ceased to make sense.

Normal People (2020) 

 91% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: currently unavailable

This drama series is based on the novel by Sally rooney follows the complex connection between the solitary Marianne (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and the popular Connell (Paul Mescal) As they transition from high school to university in Ireland, the two, despite class differences and personal insecurities, develop a deep and vulnerable bond, navigating ups and downs marked by communication breakdowns, trauma, and the painful transition to adulthood.

Outlander (2014-2026) 

90% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney + e Netflix

in the plot of Outlander, the nurse Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe) She is mysteriously transported from 1945 to Scotland in 1743, where her survival depends on a forced marriage to the warrior. Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan)Divided between two centuries and two loves, Claire Immerse yourself in an epic drama marked by historical battles, trauma, and the struggle to change the course of destiny.

One Day (2024)  

Original title: One Day

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In one of the best series inspired by books, after spending their graduation night together on July 15, 1988, Emma (Ambika Mod) e Dexter (Leo Woodall) They follow different paths, but their lives remain tragically intertwined. Over two decades, the plot revisits the two on the same date each year, revealing how they grow, drift apart, and reunite, facing love, loss, and the inevitable passage of time that shapes this strong connection.

Sharp Objects (2018)  

Original title: Sharp Objects

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

In one of the best series based on books, the reporter Camille Preaker (Amy Adams) He returns to his hometown to cover the murders of two pre-teen girls while, in parallel, trying to solve a psychological enigma from his past when he identifies with the young victims. The cast also includes Patricia Clarkson, Chris Messina e sophia lillis.

Power and Law (2022–present) 

Original title: The Lincoln Lawyer

92% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,8 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the book series by Michael connellyThe series follows the defense attorney. Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), who, after a period away, returns to Los Angeles to take on several criminal cases and a major murder mystery, navigating a complex judicial system. Between courtrooms and the streets of California, Haller He uses his cunning to balance his personal life with the dangerous demands of his clients.

One Piece (2023-present)  

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,3 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In the live-action story inspired by the manga, the pirate Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) He and his crew explore a fantastical world of endless oceans and exotic islands in search of the world's greatest treasure. Inone piece, Luffy has only one goal: to become the next Pirate King.

Surviving in Style (2023–present)

Original title: Survival of the Thickest

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Em Surviving in Style, Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau) She is a talented stylist who, after a traumatic breakup, decides to start her life anew. Determined to find love and be happy the way she always dreamed, she deals with personal and professional situations while searching for a new purpose. The cast includes... Tone Bell e Tasha Smith.

The Boys (2019-2026) 

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In this series, powerful and idolized figures hide a sinister and corrupt side behind their public images. When the irresponsible use of these powers causes a tragedy in the lives of... Hughie Campbell (Jack Quaid)he joins Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) to form a group of vigilantes focused on taking down the "Supers". The team's main target is the Captain Patriot (Antony Starr), the leader of the elite group known as The Seven, which includes the newest member Annie January (Erin Moriarty), a young, idealistic heroine who tries to maintain her integrity amidst corporate corruption.

The Curse of the Hill Residence (2018)

Original title: The Haunting of Hill House

93% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

The Curse of the Hill Residence, first season of the anthology series Mike Flanagan, is inspired by the novel of the same name by the author Shirley jacksonThe story follows five adult siblings who are haunted to this day by supernatural experiences in the house where they spent their childhood. The season is narrated in alternating timelines, showing the beginning, middle, and end of haunting events. The cast includes names such as victoria pedretti, Carla Gugino,Kate Siegel e Oliver Jackson Cohen.

The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (2025-present) 

Original title: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,7 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Inspired by the stories of George RR Martin, The Knight of the Seven KingdomsIt takes place a century before the events of Game of Thrones, during the height of the dynasty TargaryenThe plot follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey), a naive but courageous knight, and his young squire Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell)Together, they travel through Westeros facing dangerous fates and discovering that great heroes can emerge from the most unlikely places.

The End of the F***ing World (2017-2019)  

94% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In this dark comedy series based on a comic book, James (Alex Lawther) is a teenager who firmly believes he is a psychopath and Alyssa (Jessica Barden) She's a rebel with a thirst for adventure. After meeting, the two embark on a journey that has everything going for it.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians (2023-present)

Original title: Percy Jackson and the Olympians

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

A fantasy series based on the author's books. Rick riordan accompanies Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell), who at the age of 12 is sent to Camp Half-Blood after discovering that he is a demigod. Son of Poseidon, the God of the Sea in Greek mythology, he joins other demigods to develop his powers and special abilities.

The Expanse (2015-2022) 

95% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In the history of The ExpanseIn the distant future, humanity has colonized the Solar System and continues its explorations. However, a series of mysterious events reveals a conspiracy that threatens human life throughout space. The cast includes names such as... Steven Strait, Dominique Tipper e Wes Chatham.

Reacher (2022-present)  

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,0 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best series based on books, we follow... Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson), a former military police investigator, who is falsely accused of murder upon arriving in the small town of Margrave, Georgia. With nothing to lose, he finds himself in the middle of a deadly conspiracy and struggles to unmask those responsible while trying to clear his name.

The Queen's Gambit (2020) 

Original title: The Queen's Gambit

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the novel of the same name by Walter Tevis, The Queen's Gambit It takes place between the 1950s and 1960s and stars the actress Anya Taylor-Joy in the role of Beth Harmon, a chess prodigy battling addiction to achieve the title of best female chess player in the world. In the cast, there are names like Chloe Pirrie, Bill camp e Marielle Heller.

watchmen (2019) 

96% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,2 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Based on the comic book by Alan Moore e Dave Gibbons, Watchmen The story takes place in Tulsa, Oklahoma, 34 years after the original events. Following a white supremacist attack on the local police department, the city enacts laws allowing police officers to conceal their identities behind masks. One of these officers is... Angela Abar (Regina King), which incorporates the persona Sister Night and fights racists while confronting the decades-old legacy of vigilantes.

Pachinko (2022-2024) 

97% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,4 on IMDb

Where to watch: AppleTV

Pachinko"The Movie," one of the best series inspired by books, tells an epic story that begins with a forbidden love and transforms into a great journey. The production travels between Korea, Japan, and the United States to narrate a journey of war and peace, love and loss, triumph and reckoning across several generations. The cast includes... Lee min-ho, Jin Ha e My Kim.

Heartstopper (2022-2024) 

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

Based on the comics by Alice Oseman, heart stopper accompanies teenagers Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) e Nick NelsonKit Connor They discover that their unlikely friendship might be something more as they navigate high school and young love. The cast includes names such as... Olivia Colman, William Gao, Yasmin Finney e Tobie Donovan.

Lupin (2021-2023) 

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,5 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

In the best Netflix series based on a book, inspired by the legendary gentleman thief. Arsène Lupin, the charismatic Assane Diop (Omar Sy) He orchestrates ingenious plans to execute high-level heists. His true objective, however, is to use his skills to avenge himself against a wealthy and powerful family, the Pellegrini, for a grave injustice that ruined his father's life years ago. Assane He masters the art of illusion and disguise while pursuing justice with elegance.

The Genius Friend (2018-2024)

Original title: The brilliant friend

Popular title: My Brilliant Friend

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Adapted from the saga Neapolitan Romances by the Italian writer Elena Ferrante, the series At Amiga Genial follows the story of Elena Greco (Margherita Mazzucco) e  Lila Cerullo (Gaia Girace), Two girls from Naples whose friendship constantly changes as they live through their childhoods and adolescences in post-war Italy.

Estação Eleven (2021-2022)

Original title: Eleven station

98% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: HBO Max

Based on the novel by Emily St. John AlmondThe post-apocalyptic production follows a group of survivors after a devastating pandemic, exploring human connections, memories, and hope amidst the collapse of civilization in a non-linear narrative. Among the survivors is... Kirsten (Mackenzie Davis), a traveling actress who preserves culture in a desolate world. 

Alias ​​Grace (2017)  

99% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Netflix

The best Netflix series based on a book explores the case of Grace Marks (Sarah Gordon), a Canadian maid accused and convicted of murdering her employer, Thomas Kinnear (Paul Gross), and his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery (Anna Paquin), in 1843. However, the young woman has no clear memories of the crime, which ends up raising doubts about the accusation. Years later, the psychiatrist Dr. Simon Jordan (Edward Holcroft) is summoned to evaluate her mental health and decide whether she can plead insanity. 

Interview With The Vampire (2022-present)   

Original title: Interview with the vampire

99% on Rotten Tomatoes | 7,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Prime Video

In one of the best series based on books, a reinterpretation of the work of Anne Rice, the journalist Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian) conducts a revealing interview with Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson), a man who recounts his transformation into a vampire two centuries ago. The story delves into the magnetic and destructive relationship between Louis and the charismatic vampire Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) in early 20th-century New Orleans.

Shogun: The Glorious Saga of Japan (2024-2026) 

Original title: Shogun

99% on Rotten Tomatoes | 8,6 on IMDb

Where to watch: Disney +

Set in 17th-century Japan, the adapted series follows... Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) who is facing a civil war against the Council of Regents. He finds an unexpected ally in the English pilot. John Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis), who brings knowledge capable of defeating his enemies and Jesuit priests. To mediate this alliance, emerges Toda Mariko (Anna Sawai), a Christian noblewoman who struggles to reconcile her faith and her duty to Toranaga and his dishonorable family past.

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 11 / 04 / 2026.

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