Ever read a romance that made you feel seen, then wondered what it would be like to see that story unfold on screen? That’s exactly what’s happening with The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros, which is a touching enemies-to-lovers journey that’s officially headed to the big screen!
Rebecca Yarros has become one of the most successful voices in contemporary and romantasy fiction today. She’s a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author with over 20 novels to her name, including hits like Fourth Wing, The Last Letter, In the Likely Event, and, of course, this one, The Things We Leave Unfinished.
She studied European history and English at Troy University before launching her writing career—a journey inspired early on by her time as a military spouse and her passion for storytelling.
Her writing is beloved for bringing emotional depth and authenticity, regardless of genre. Whether weaving fantasy with dragon-riding at a war college in Fourth Wing or grounding romance in memories and second chances, as she does in The Things We Leave Unfinished, the author consistently delivers heartfelt scenes, heartfelt heroines, and unforgettable character moments.
Just this past July, it was confirmed that The Things We Leave Unfinished movie adaptation was in development by Lionsgate. This marks the third of Rebecca Yarros’s works heading to the screen, joining the upcoming Fourth Wing TV series and In the Likely Event movie adaptation!
Now that the bestselling book, which combines romance and historical fiction genres, is being adapted into a movie, you may be eager to know when it is coming out and what to expect from it. So, let’s discuss the details regarding the upcoming film adaptation!
What Will Be The Plot of The Things We Leave Unfinished Movie?
‘The Things We Leave Unfinished’ follows Georgia Stanton, a 28-year-old dancer whose life is uprooted by a messy divorce. Returning home to Colorado, she’s tasked with finishing her grandmother’s final novel, a sweet job until Noah Harrison, a book-smart, arrogant romance author, is assigned to help by the publisher.
She’s stuck with a rival on the project, but when letters from her grandmother surface, linked to the unfinished manuscript, the book becomes more than a task.
The upcoming movie adaptation won’t deviate much from the story, as that’s the reason the book became a bestseller. Changing the story significantly would likely spell doom for the on-screen adaptation. Expect some minor creative adjustments to better transition the plot and characters from the book to the big screen; however, no significant changes are anticipated.
Check out the official synopsis of the book below to know what to expect from the movie adaptation:
Twenty-eight-year-old Georgia Stanton has to start over after she gave up almost everything in a brutal divorce—the New York house, the friends, and her pride. Now back home at her late great-grandmother’s estate in Colorado, she finds herself face-to-face with Noah Harrison, the bestselling author of a million books, where the cover is always people nearly kissing.
He’s just as arrogant in person as in interviews, and she’ll be damned if the good-looking writer of love stories thinks he’s the one to finish her grandmother’s final novel, even if the publisher swears he’s the perfect fit.
Noah is at the pinnacle of his career. With book and movie deals galore, there isn’t much the “golden boy” of modern fiction hasn’t accomplished. But he can’t walk away from what might be the best book of the century—the one his idol, Scarlett Stanton, left unfinished. Coming up with a fitting ending for the legendary author is one thing, but dealing with her beautiful, stubborn, cynical great-granddaughter, Georgia, is quite another.
But as they read Scarlett’s words in both the manuscript and her box of letters, they start to realize why Scarlett never finished the book—it’s based on her real-life romance with a World War II pilot, and the ending isn’t a happy one.
Georgia knows all too well that love never works out. While the chemistry and connection between her and Noah is undeniable, she’s as determined as ever to learn from her great-grandmother’s mistakes—even if it means destroying Noah’s career.
The Cast & Crew of The Things We Leave Unfinished Adaptation:
Lionsgate has officially optioned the film rights to Rebecca Yarros’s 2021 romance novel, and it has been announced that Arash Amel will write the script.
Todd Lieberman will produce the film adaptation through his production company, Hidden Pictures.
As of now, no official cast has been announced, as the movie is still in its very early stages of production.
The Things We Leave Unfinished Movie Release Date:
The film is currently in early stages of development, so no release date has been set yet! Industry news suggests it may still be quite some time before audiences catch it on screen.
However, as Rebecca Yarros is one of the most prominent names in the literary world right now, it’s expected that the adaptation will be fast-tracked, and we might get to watch the book become a movie very soon!
Should You Read The Book Instead?
If nuanced emotion and quiet growth are your thing, you should definitely read the book. The Things We Leave Unfinished is rich with intergenerational meaning, slow-burning chemistry, and homage to storytelling itself, all of which may be streamlined in a film adaptation.
Reading it allows you to experience those layers fully and form your own connection with the characters and their world. Plus, knowing the book beforehand means you’ll pick up on the subtleties when it’s adapted—whether a key scene is faithfully translated or cleverly reimagined.
Either way, reading first is the best way to enrich your experience when The Things We Leave Unfinished movie adaptation eventually comes out.
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