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Apple TV’s New Fantasy Adaptation Is Officially ‘Dune’ Meets ‘Lord of the Rings’
Apple TV is developing a film adaptation of Brandon Sanderson’s fantasy novel *Mistborn*, marking a stronger move into a genre where rival streamers have established major franchises. Sanderson, who also contributed to *The Wheel of Time* novels, has described the project as combining elements of *The Lord of the Rings* and *Dune*.
Sanderson has confirmed that he completed the script’s first draft, an important step before casting and production can begin. The film has no announced release date, while Apple TV’s current prominent titles include *Ted Lasso*, *Slow Horses*, *Brothers* and films such as *Mayday*, *Troy* and *I, Robot*.
In short
- Apple TV is adapting Brandon Sanderson’s fantasy novel *Mistborn*.
- The film is described as combining *The Lord of the Rings* and *Dune*.
- Sanderson has completed the first draft, but no release date exists.
Explained simply
Brandon Sanderson is a bestselling fantasy author known for both original works and for completing the Wheel of Time series. His novel Mistborn follows a young woman in a world of perpetual ash and oppression who discovers extraordinary magical abilities, and has developed a large devoted fanbase since its publication in 2006.
Streaming services have been investing in fantasy adaptations in recent years. Amazon and Netflix have each developed major fantasy franchises based on existing works such as The Lord of the Rings and The Witcher. Apple TV is now also developing a fantasy adaptation with Mistborn.