‘Hatchet’ Movie: Netflix to Adapt Gary Paulsen’s Survival Book

Netflix is developing a new movie adaptation of Gary Paulsen's acclaimed 1987 young adult survival novel, "Hatchet." The upcoming feature will be written and directed by Derek Cianfrance, with production handled by Andrew Mittman's company in collaboration with the author's estate. The story centers on a thirteen-year-old boy who must survive entirely on his own in the Canadian wilderness following a plane crash, armed only with a single tool gifted by his mother. This project marks the first major screen adaptation of the beloved book since a 1990 television film. Furthermore, the streaming platform is advancing this production as part of a broader push into successful survival thrillers.

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