UNWIND Movie News!
Unwind Movie Update—February 2018
For a number of reasons, Constantin Films, who was developing UNWIND as a movie, halted the project just short of production, and decided it would be better to do as a TV series. So right now they are developing it for TV. More news soon!
Estoy muy emocionada por la noticia pero, que es un opening teaser?
es la premiero minutos de la pelicula por hacer mas personas emocionada por Unwind! Como un comercial (perdón si mi español es malo!)
I cant to see the movie im almost done with the books …… well just have to wait for april 2016!!!! 😀
I’m finished with the books and cannot wait for the movies!
it is 2017 when is it coming now
i think they’re making a tv series instead. i looked it up and read that he decided to start working on a series in Jan 2020. the movie thing didn’t work out i guess.
Yep — in development at a TV series. Lots of waiting, and more waiting… but hopefully it will be worth it!
you mean you have had to wait for 3 years
ya wow i guess man now ill never get to see it
So it’s almost 2017 and I’ve been waiting forever for this movie or at least the movie trailer… Any news about the movie! I can’t wait any more!!!
I have been waiting 2 years. I know some of you have been waiting longer, but it honestly feels like an eturnety.
same here my man
I loved reading your unwind trilogy. I used to never read and hated it. I couldnt read very fast and my teachers were conserned, then i picked up unwind. When i was reading your books my mom would tell me to find a stoping place. That must have been the hardest thing i have ever done. The only section that i love enough to actually finish a book from is dystopian. Even then, i still have never found a book as good as yours, and i don’t think there is one. Thank you Neal Shusterman for getting me into reading. I love it so much now.
Also, have y’all made a official trailer yet? If so, then how do i find it? I want to see it so bad. I think i speak for all of us when i say, I’m tired of waiting. I feel like i might die.
Yep. I’ve legitimately been waiting 7 years. But yes every moment is an eternity waiting for something this important.
I hope it will be worth the wait when it finally gets made!
VERY exciting news! I CANNOT wait to see what Roger Avary and Gala do with the plot. Best wishes on the film making process and congratulations on bringing this project to fruition.
So, will you have any open casting? I’m an up and coming actor and would love to get my feet wet. I absolutely love the books and I’d do anything for a shot at a part! I cannot wait for this movie!
This is the highlight of y day/night! I have been checking the website every evening and now, it’s finally happening! YAY! Tbh: if you need a Risa… But really, though, I can’t wait to see how this movie will end up, I’m so happy!
Dylan O’ Brian as Connor!
YESSSS!!!
yesss!!!
Love your work, Neal! Have hand sold well over 200 copies of “Unwind” at Barnes & Noble, Brighton, MI!!!!
Ughhh I wished I was able to audition. I hate living in Texas sometimes:/ Are they just casting out of LA?
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Open casting?? Please! There are so many people from the message boards that the fans really want to see in the film.
Yes — I’ll post as soon as there’s details
Do you know what parts they’re open casting?
Not yet — I’ll post info as soon as I know.
any new updates? If there is filming its probably halted due to COVID-19 but I was just wondering how things were going! I just finished the books and I absolutely loved them!!
I have not received any updates on casting – please update ASAP – thanks again!!!
I’m a actor, well at least I want to be if it’s in Alberta count me in! I love unwind and want to the whole world to love it, like twilight fans I’ll be the one with the poorly drawn poster and all the books. Although creepy, I would love to be a part of it. I’m brown (Pantone 71-4 C) or what you would call tanned Caucasian. So I can’t really be a main but a side character would be life.
Super
Eek! I’m soooooooooooooooooooooooooo excited!!! The unwind book series is definitely one of my favourites (along with Harry Potter of course) I’m really looking forward to it becoming a movie! I have a feeling it will turn out like the Hunger games or the Maze Runner or even Harry Potter! With EVERYONE (well, 99.99999% of people) loving it! I’m looking forward to threatening people with spoilers unless they read the books first, as so much of the book is lost when they become movies!!! I can’t wait!!!
i couldn’t agree more Anna I’m so excited ah !
I can’t wait for this movie to come out. I just finished the last book and it was incredible!! You made this world seem so real in the way you wrote it. You made me laugh and even cry and it’s been a really long time since a book has made me feel this strongly. Thank you for a truly incredible series!! Now I can’t wait for the movies!!
Thanks for you post, Tricia! I’m glad you enjoyed the book. I particularly love when people tell me how much they like UNDIVIDED, as series can be disappointing in the end. To know that the Unwind Dystology holds up right through the last page makes me feel good all over! The film is moving forward – more news when I get the go-ahead to post it!
Everything seems to have been going stagnant for a while, and so I’m glad things are still going on. I’m really exited, I read all of the books in about a week and bought UnBound the day it came out!
I wanna act as Connor so bad. His appearance fits me. Even my hair. Like that one time when Roland makes a comment about Connor’s hair being like a mop.
Well, dreams are dreams.
OMG he is making a movie i was litterly just talking about this ahhhh!!! i so excited ahhahah
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I’m so happy the Unwind books are turned into movies! This will be as big as the Hunger Games, Harry Potter, and Divergent. As someone from Ohio, I especially liked these books. I just wanted to say congratulations on the big success, Mr. Shusterman!
I’m just curious, but will the scenes from Ohio be actually filmed in Ohio?
Probably Canada.
I apologize if this type of question has been asked a lot and is causing you any inconvenience, but, was the film production halted because of COVID-19 and if so, when will we be able to see this movie in the theaters? I am super excited and understand if I am a nuisance to you.
The series isn’t in production — it’s just in development, which means the production company is working with the writers to develop a pilot script. It’s a very long process, with lots of road blocks along the way, but I’m still hopeful!
All I can say is I hope the adaption is good.
Yes! This is one of my favorite book series, and I’ve been wondering if there was a movie!
Yes! This is one of my favorite book series, and I’ve been wondering if there was a movie! Thank you so much Neal!
I AM SO FREAKING EXCITED !!!!!!
THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY!!! I think Cody Christian and Maia Mitchell are the perf Connor and Risa, but I’d actually like to know what other people think of this pairing! And also, I can’t wait to see Cam because nflkfdnlasndfasdkjfn just yes
I’m a freshman that finished read the book. I like the books a lot. I hope the movie turns out great good luck.
Oh please do an open casting in New Jersey I would love to try out for the part of Lev. I absolutely loved the books and just felt a significant connection with him excluding being a tithe haha.
I could act too and im about haydens age. It would be good, but i live in ny so yeah.
i come and check the unwind news frequently so that i can keep up with the news at least pick a teenager for Levi. i hope they don’t pick some one with blond hair to be risa cause if i remember correctly her hair is brown and i hope they pick some one willing to dedicate there acting skills to these characters. if i could be picked for a part in this movie id be so excited and so blessed and give my all so i would like to see something like this is this movie. yay!
(don’t take this personal its just something id love to see as a fan of the unwind series so yeah. i bid you farewell.)
i loved the first book so far
Hi Mr. Shusterman, I was wondering if there has been any updates on the news of casting. News such as if auditions have already taken place or is there still a chance to audition for any roles? Thank you for taking the time to read this and have a blessed day.
No news yet — but keep checking back. As soon as I hear something, I’ll post it!
Omg didn’t know they were making a movie epic and hey wanted to say the anime community would love to see this book as a anime of TV show but try make one movie per book or make it a long ass movie thx for making this book u rock
I cannot wait for this movie! This article has fulfilled my dreams, and just yesterday, I finished Undivided. I cried when Connor was in UNIS. I even imagined the parts being played out in front of me. Best wishes on the movie, can’t wait!
Some Casting sugestions if still being taken first please consider Actress Victoria Moroles for the role of Risa if the part hasn’t been cast yet also for casting or filming don’t count out the Ulster county NY area.
Thak you.
Hi. Is there only one movie of Unwind coming out, or are there movies for the whole series? I am a big fan of the unwind dystology and am very excited about the new movie coming out.
Well, they’re starting with one… and then we’ll see. But the first movie will be just the first book.
Wow I’m so excited! I can’t believe I only just found out about this! The unwind dystology series is now my favorite and I’m very anxious to see the movie. Yay!!!
so awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!
so awesome!!!!!
so cool
Omg that’s awesome I love this book so much I cant wait I just hope they don’t ruin the movie!!
Okay, what’s up? It’s April and no new news… PLEASE tell me this movie is still happening. I’m getting so antsy waiting for this movie. I’m rereading the whole series for the second time.
Hi Mr. Shusterman,
I am very excited about the Unwind movie! I know you have been asked many questions about open casting and I don’t want to ask about that again, but I was just wondering if you think (if there was open casting) that you would consider going to Washington, D.C.? Thank you and congratulations again on the movie!
Been waiting for years for this movie. I remember you coming to my school back in 2013 talking about it. Can’t wait for the project to finally move forward!
Hello Mr. Shusterman. My name is Emerald Chaney, and I am a huge fan of your Unwind dystology. I was wondering if you could keep me posted on the casting process, and if there is a chance that I could audition for a role. I am a model hoping to be an actress, and this would be a great experience for me and to start my career. I sent an email to the people in charge of casting, and haven’t heard anything yet. Just whenever you get a chance, it would be awesome to hear from you. Thank you for your time, and have a great day.
Honestly, the Unwind books have completely ruined my life because the characters and their stories are so perfect. It has completely raised my standards and expectations for life, and I am so disappointed in everything around me that it’s not more like the Unwind world. Can we just have a Heartland War already?
I sort of don’t want a movie to happen because it would ruin how I see the characters in my head, the mental image, but if there had to be, the only person I can see as Connor Lassiter is Finn Harries…who’s a Youtuber…but he’s literally the ONLY person I can see as Connor!
For the casting, please don’t cast someone too old for Connor, or too young or old for Lev. MAKE CONNOR, LEV, AND RISA LOOK THEIR PERSONALITIES!!!
Hi Mr. Shusterman, I was just wondering if there is a release date for the movie yet?
I would love to be in the cast although I live in Australia. I’m a 13 year old boy with blonde hair and slightly tan skin. This would be a great opportunity to start my acting career.
I’m so excited for this movie and can’t wait for the release date!
Hi! I feel like I may be bugging you, so sorry in advance! But I hope that you properly cast teenagers to be the main characters as so many movies now a days have teenagers depicted by adults which lowers teenagers already low self esteem. Adults don’t seem to deal with multiple problems that a teen actor may have such as acne, which would make them more relate-able to the viewers. I don’t mean to be telling you how to cast, I just was hopping that us teenagers will be properly represented. And if its not too much, and you are still looking, I was wondering if there would be auditions for Risa Ward. As she is my role model. And I know that just looking like her wont be enough, as personalities do matter, so you are the judge, but it would mean the world to me if I could just audition. If not I would be interested in assisting in any other part you have to offer that I may look like. I could potentially be an extra as well, but auditioning would mean the world to me. And I don’t expect a reply as I know you are busy, but maybe if you could? Your books are sometimes like my lifeline, I refer to them constantly as well and you are one of my favorite authors. I have read all five books countless times. Thank you so much for even reading this.
I would love to play a role in this show just reply if anything.
OMG.I cannot wait till the move comes out. I’ve been reading the books with me sister, and she loved it so much.
Any recent news on the movie?? Did it get filmed?
More news on Unwind Movie/TV stuff soon!
Hi Neal! Super excited to hear about the movie. I read in an article that filming is going to take place in Manitoba, which is the province i live in – will there be an opportunity for fans (no acting experience) to become extras in the film? I’ve been a fan for many years and would love to participate 🙂
Still waiting for at least an update. I want to see this movie so badly. PLZ HURRY AND TELL ME WHEN I CAN FINALLY SEE IT
This is by far my most favorite book series. I cant wait to see the movie but when does it come out its 2017.
unwind is one of my favorite series and
I can’t wait for the movie!
Just hope they do it right. Also I hope the actor for Hayden is good
Come on ist been a year? Ive veen waiting for a while? Gonna be angrg if sythe is a movie before inwind. Thanks for the faulse hope.
Hello Mr. Shusterman! We recently read your book in class and it was amazing. It must have been hard to stay neutral about abortion while writing the book as we could not see any kind of bias while reading. However, we have to present an ISU on your novel and would appreciate some insight as to why and/or how you created the premise of the Heartland War. Thank you so much for your time!
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My son and I just found and started reading the books this year. Halfway through but waiting for the library to get copies of the last two. They’re amazing!
Is the movie still happening? So excited that it might because I think they’ll be fabulous as movies.
UNWIND is currently being developed as a TV series. More news soon!
neal I love your book unwind and waiting for the tv series, please release it soon your humor is fantastic.
WHEN WILL THIS HAPPEN?!?! I LOVE UNWIND, SO I NEED TO SEE IT IN REAL LIFE. WHEN?
It is currently February 25, 2019; and I have found absolutely no news about TV shows or movies. This book and its contents would be amazing to be put into a movie/TV series.
It’s been a decade and there’s been nothing out for Unwind, I’m very sure that it’d be a killer film/Tv production like The Maze Runner trilogy or the Hunger Games and hell it’ll probably do even better than those. This dystology must become a film of some sort, movie or tv show. It’ll do fantastic in the end. Please from an overseeing fan.
Unwind is currently in development as a series with HBO. More news as soon as I hear more!
So any news? This book must come to life on film, it would mean the world to many people and it would definitely attract more people to the book. Beautiful story that must come to film adaptation, please let me know if there’s anything new with it.
Is there going to be a movie or TV show at all? I really would like to see Unwind as a movie and a show.
In development as a TV series with HBO. More news as I get it!
I’m hoping that in the TV show pilot trailer for Unwind, the producers use the song “Human” by RagNBone in the background. It would be a PERFECT fit and bring chills down my spine! Looking forward to the show!
My 8th grade reading students are reading and studying Unwind currently. These are “struggling readers”. Many of them have told me that they hate reading…until now. My students are telling me how much they love this book and that they didn’t know reading could be so much fun! My goal in teaching a novel using your book, was to ignite in each student a desire to read and the overall pleasure of reading. It has been such a joy for me to watch students turn from hating books to loving books.
Any news on when the TV series will be filmed? Broadcast?
If you are ever in Orlando, Florida, then please stop by and see us. My husband works at Disney and can arrange for you to have the VIP treatment too! You are inspiring. Thank you!
That’s amazing! I can’t wait! Do you think there’s any way I would be able to audition for the show ?
Is it looking good for the a series with HBO?
I gotta see this show so excited been waiting forever!
Damn it’s almost the end of 2019… I think I gave up on the movie/show 🙁
Don’t give up! It takes forever to get things made in the entertainment industry, sometimes!
Ahh I am so excited!!! Probably will be getting an HBO subscription just for this :))))
Not with HBO anymore, but still being developed. We’ll see where it lands!
definitely! wherever it lands I’m still going to watch it, I absolutely loved the books and can’t wait to see them on screen!
It’s almost 2020 and there’s still no movie or show got me in my feelers
Is it out yet? I love the trilogy! i Read the whole series in 7th grade and i’m in 9th now and i still read it because it’s my favorite. I’m just really anxious that it’s going to be on HBO but like cartoon or real life? PLEASE TAKE IT OUT SOON!!!!! How i love unwind, Mr. Shusterman You make really good books you are such a good author i love how much detail you put into your books. Keep the good work!
i agree with u so much thx
Is there any more news about this? Is it still going forward?
Unwind is still in endless development as a TV series. As soon as there’s actual news to report we’ll post it everywhere!
Its been what like… a thousand years already. Its 2020 are they making this movie or not??? They got a cast right? So are they going further with this project or not??????
I love the book unwind can you please make a film on it as it is so interesting
I had the UNWIND movie website bookmarked and have been checking everyday for casting calls – but would you be posting it somewhere else since that website was specifically for the film and it is now being adapted for a TV Series?
Where should I be looking?
Thank you!
Oh, believe me, when the show actually goes into pre-production, I’ll be shouting it from the rooftops. If you pay attention to my social media, you’ll know!
Is there any news on the Scythe movie/TV show? I would love more Scythe in my life.
Scythe is in development with Universal. New writer onboard. Waiting for the script!
Please don’t let them make it any bit cheesy or cliché enough to be relatable.
Please keep the dark shadowy chilling tone of this book as they expand it into a TV series.
13 reasons why got ruined when it went on netflix and same with stargirl by Jerry Spinelli.
This is the most important series of books ive ever read and treasured ever…even to thia day.
Do not let ANYBODY soil this gold…please.
I agree — Better to do it right. That of course, takes longer for all the elements to come together.
This book is great and I can’t wait to see the movie. I just want it to be out already.
its now 2020 no one really cares anymore about this not going out for a movie but i started the series and finished the first book less than 2 days ago i found this and im pissed its been almost 5 years are they ever gonna do what they say atleast and make it even into a tv show post the god darn movie and the tv show for gods sake it will make more money too! i mean hows gonna sit a round waiting anymore its been to long c’mon already!
My sentiments exactly! It’s been in development for nearly ten years now, I want ti done as badly as you do, but unfortunately I don’t have control over the entertainment industry. But good things are happening now, so it’s moving forward again!
As long as it has a movie or series, i would definitely wait and watch them!
Neal Shusterman I started reading unwind when I was in the 9th grade. In I can reread it again and again. Its my favorite and scariest dystopian novel series. I can reread the books again and again. The idea of being unwound still sends chills down my stomach. I’ve been waiting like ten years at least please dont wait too long on the tv show.
Do you think this will still become a TV show?
In development right now! (Has been for a long time — sometimes it takes a while)
it is now 2021, when will it come out??????????????
Still in development. Better that they do it RIGHT, rather than do it FAST!
I totally agree with you. You’re doing a lot for our fellow bookworms.
I would love to play Una in the series!
I hope you get in contact with the developers. I would love to see you in the movie and i don’t even know u!
Does anyone else want connor to be real so bad just to be with him. Of course, mid story, not when he was your average rebellious high-school boy.
okay…its 2021. Any more news?
Imminent Unwind news coming! Check social media over the next few weeks!
Is it almost done?
I have been reading these books over and over again since 2015 I just can’t wait any longer.
There’s a new deal in the works. Hollywood takes FOREVER!
I call Josiah Alldridge, or Pastor Dan!!!
Loved this book cant wait to see the movie
I liked the book and I hope a movie comes out soon. (Mr.Rep for paster dan)
I liked the book because it wrapped everything up pretty well but still leaving hints to get the other books. It was always super easy to read and it was super hard to stop reading. Every chapter got crazier and more exciting. I would like to know how Lev grows up and see if he gets a girl. Also would like to know what happened to Conners first girl that didn’t go with Conner at the begining.
I liked the book and I hope they make a movie (Mr.Rep should be pastor dan)
the book was really good, i cant wait for the movie
if the scene with Roland doesn’t make you feel physical pain i don’t want it. Like i want toe curling fear. Thanks.
I think it would be cool to see people with the grafts from unwinds in the movie or tv show.
Hope this becomes a TV Show at least! This series was amazing!
I love this book! thank you for writing it was really good. this book reminded me of the game detroit become human
Have they ever tried to make a graphic novel of it? Because I think that would be just as legit. And I would be willing to contribute some art work, I mean I’ve already done a lot of fan art.
This needs to happen ASAP, it’s too good. I can see this being just as popular as Mandalorian, or euphoria, or even the marvel saga.