The film adaptation of Kristin Hannah’s novel The Nightingale will star Dakota Fanning and Elle Fanning – the first time the sisters have worked together in a film project. Michael Morris will direct the feature, from a script by Dana Stevens.
Hannah confirmed the news in a Facebook post, posting a photo of the book next to the film’s script, noting the movie will be released Feb. 12, 2027. The caption read: “Can we buy tickets now? For the first time ever, sisters Dakota and Elle Fanning are set to star in a film together, in the adaptation of Kristin Hannah’s global book phenomenon The Nightingale. Directed by Michael Morris, #TheNightingaleMovie is coming exclusively to theatres February 12, 2027.”
The Nightingale follows two sisters coming of age in France on the eve of World War II and their struggle to survive the German occupation of their country. The actresses said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter when the project was first announced: “The Nightingale will be the first time we act on screen together. We have played the same character at different ages but have never spoken to each other in front of a camera. For years, we have looked for a film to do with one another and then this gem appeared. As sisters, to share our artistry with each other while bringing such a powerful sister story to life is a dream come true. We are so lucky to have our fearless director, Melanie Laurent, to guide us along on the journey. Let’s do this, sister!!”
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