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Netflix adapts Gary Paulsen's Hatchet
Netflix to film Gary Paulsen's 1987 survival novel Hatchet with Derek Cianfrance.
In brief
Netflix to film Gary Paulsen's 1987 survival novel Hatchet with Derek Cianfrance. Netflix is adapting Gary Paulsen's 1987 young adult novel Hatchet for film, directed by Derek Cianfrance. Originally reported by AV Club.
Netflix adapts Hatchet
Netflix is developing a film adaptation of Gary Paulsen's 1987 young adult survival novel Hatchet.
Derek Cianfrance directs
Derek Cianfrance, known for Blue Valentine and The Place Beyond The Pines, will write and direct the film.
Estate approves director
Paulsen's estate, with his widow and son, will serve as executive producers after years of keeping the IP off the market.
The takeaway
Netflix is adapting Gary Paulsen's 1987 young adult novel Hatchet for film, directed by Derek Cianfrance.
