Three Woman by Lisa Taddeo is getting adapted into a showtime series, so if you read this book and were hoping for a Three Woman movie or film adaptation, then you’re in luck. Here’s what we know:
What’s it about? What’s the plot?
Three Women by Lisa Taddeo is a book about female desire. The protagonists are three women, each of whom who are missing something or longing for something in their sexual and romantic relationships. It’s also been reported that as an adaptation, the series is likely to “take a multigenerational approach, revolving around women in their 20s, 30s and 40s” (via Deadline).
Three Women was published in July 2019 by Simon & Schuster, and it involved over a decade of research for Taddeo to write.
What format will it be? Will the Three Women adaptation be a Movie or a Series?
It’s planned as an hour-long episodic series.
Who’s behind it?
Showtime has acquired the series to be written and executive produced by Taddeo. The bidding process involved over 20 offers from networks, studios and producers.
From Showtime:
“In this time when gender relations are under thorough reexamination and introspection, Lisa Taddeo has written the book of the moment. Her work fits seamlessly with the Showtime sensibility for exploring provocative and meaningful issues on screen, and we are beside ourselves with excitement at partnering with Lisa to explore these characters and themes.”
What’s the status of the Three Women adaptation?
The adaptation is currently early in its development, but has gotten a commitment from Showtime.
Who’s in the cast?
Shailene Woodley is set to star in the series.
See the full cast (when available) on IMDB.
When will it be released?
Currently unknown.
Is there a trailer or teaser available?
Not yet! Stay tuned.
Three Women Movie / Series Development Timeline
July 9, 2019 Three Women (novel) is released.
July 25, 2019 The Three Women adaptation is acquired by Showtime. The news was later confirmed by Showtime.
July 22, 2021 Shailene Woodley To Star In ‘Three Women’ Drama Series Greenlighted By Showtime
