Paramount Adapts Janet Evanovich’s ‘Recovery Agent’ with Gal Gadot Producing and Starring
Paramount Pictures is set to adapt Janet Evanovich’s bestselling book series, “Recovery Agent,” starring Gal Gadot. The project aims to bring the thrilling escapades of Gabriela Rose, a recovery agent, to the big screen. Gadot will not only star but also produce the film alongside her partner, Jaron Varsano, under their Pilot Wave production company.
Key Details of the Adaptation
The development of “Recovery Agent” comes from a collaboration between Paramount and Carol Mendelsohn Productions. Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz will produce alongside Gadot and Varsano. Ellen Shanman has been tasked with adapting the screenplay for this exciting project.
About the Book Series
Janet Evanovich’s “Recovery Agent” series follows Gabriela Rose as she embarks on thrilling missions around the globe. She specializes in retrieving valuable stolen items while evading criminals and rival treasure hunters. The first book, released in 2022 by Atria Books, quickly became a New York Times bestseller.
- Title: The Recovery Agent
- Release Year: 2022
- Sequel: The King’s Ransom is scheduled for November 2025
- Paperback Debut: The King’s Ransom will release on June 30, 2026
Gal Gadot’s Recent and Upcoming Projects
Gadot has recently received acclaim for her role in “In the Hand of Dante,” which premiered at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. She will also star in “The Runner,” an action thriller directed by Kevin Macdonald, set for release through Amazon International.
Evanovich’s Literary Success
Janet Evanovich is a prolific author, known for her extensive body of work, including 46 New York Times bestsellers. Over her 28-year career, she has sold more than 200 million books worldwide, affirming her position as a leading figure in contemporary literature.
In addition to the “Recovery Agent” series, Evanovich is famous for her “Stephanie Plum” series, which has also been a commercial success. The most recent installment, “Now or Never,” debuted at the top of the NYT bestseller list.
Future Plans and Projects
Evanovich is currently engaged in various projects in film and television with major studios. She is represented by Steven Fisher at Independent Artist Group and Celeste Fine at Park, Fine & Brower Literary Management.
With a strong combination of Evanovich’s storytelling and Gadot’s star power, “Recovery Agent” promises to be an exciting addition to the movie landscape.
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