Netflix is set to revive a timeless childhood favorite with a new live-action adaptation of Eloise, inspired by Kay Thompson’s beloved book series and Hilary Knight’s iconic illustrations. The streaming giant announced that Gilmore Girls creator Amy Sherman-Palladino will direct and co-write the film, which stars young newcomer Mae Schenk as Eloise. Ryan Reynolds joins the project as both producer and actor, portraying a brand-new villain created specifically for the movie.
First published in 1955, Eloise follows a mischievous six-year-old who lives on the top floor of New York City’s famed Plaza Hotel. The character became a cultural icon for her wit, humor, and boundless imagination. The stories enjoyed renewed popularity in the 2000s with new books from Simon & Schuster and two Disney television films starring Sofia Vassilieva as Eloise and Julie Andrews as her nurturing nanny.
Although specific plot details for Netflix’s adaptation remain under wraps, the film is described as a fresh, original adventure inspired by the classic books. According to Hannah Minghella, Head of Feature Animation and Family Film at Netflix, “Eloise has been beloved for generations… It’s an honor to reintroduce this cherished character with two people who share her signature mischief and charm, Amy Sherman-Palladino and Ryan Reynolds.”
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ELOISE is coming to Netflix!
Amy Sherman-Palladino will write and direct a new feature adaptation of the beloved children’s book series starring newcomer Mae Schenk and Ryan Reynolds. pic.twitter.com/kHJyoj9d7J
— Netflix (@netflix) November 3, 2025
MRC Film co-presidents Jonathan Golfman and Brye Adler revealed that they have been developing the project for years, having first secured the rights in 2019. Partnering with Reynolds’ Maximum Effort, Sherman-Palladino, and Netflix, MRC aims to deliver a bold, hilarious, and heartfelt family film that blends the original spirit of Eloise with modern flair—bringing one of literature’s most iconic little girls to a whole new generation of viewers.