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Sydney Sweeney to Headline New Sleepy Hollow Tale
17 Jul
Summary
- Sony Pictures acquired rights to a new Sleepy Hollow film starring Sydney Sweeney.
- The project adapts Lindsey Anderson Beer's debut novel, reimagining Katrina Van Tassel's perspective.
- The book's translation rights have sold globally, marking a significant publishing event.
Sony Pictures has acquired a highly anticipated film package, "Hollow," set to star Sydney Sweeney in a new retelling of the Sleepy Hollow tale. The project will be directed, produced, and adapted by Lindsey Anderson Beer, drawing from her forthcoming debut novel.
This reimagining shifts the narrative focus to Katrina Van Tassel, portraying her as the central figure in a dangerous mystery and supernatural love triangle, moving beyond her traditional role as a romantic interest. The story promises a blend of gothic atmosphere, psychological intrigue, and erotic thriller elements.
The novel, slated for publication by Putnam in Fall 2027, has already garnered significant international attention, with translation rights selling globally amidst strong offers. This indicates a substantial worldwide publishing event for a debut novel.
Lindsey Anderson Beer is known for her work on "Pet Sematary: Bloodlines" and "Sierra Burgess Is a Loser," while Sydney Sweeney has a successful track record with Sony, including the box office hit "Anyone but You."
