Callie Hart, the author of the fantasy dark romance novel Quicksilver, provided an exciting update on its Netflix movie adaptation during her book tour in Melbourne. Hart revealed that the project is progressing with a completed script and a search for a director underway. She expressed a desire for a visionary director, naming Robert Eggers and Guillermo del Toro as her dream choices, emphasizing a need for a unique, dark interpretation of the story. Additionally, producer Elizabeth Cantillon, known for her gritty storytelling, will help bring Hart's book to life. Quicksilver has gained immense popularity, selling over 1 million copies since its December 2024 release, and continues to trend on platforms like BookTok. The adaptation is part of a growing trend of fantasy novel adaptations, with several studios pursuing similar projects.

What is the storyline of Quicksilver?

Quicksilver follows Saeris, a young warrior skilled in swordsmanship and thievery, who journeys to a magical realm filled with fae warriors. In this world, she meets Kingfisher, a broody fae warrior, as she becomes entangled in an ongoing war between the fae and an encroaching enemy.

Quicksilver is the first book in the Fae & Alchemy trilogy, with its sequel, Brimstone, set to be released on November 18, 2025. The book's unique blend of adventure and dark romance has captivated readers and contributed to the growing enthusiasm for adaptations of fantasy literature in recent years. Other notable adaptations in development include Fourth Wing and Blood and Ash, showcasing the genre's increasing popularity in Hollywood.