Millie Bobby Brown, the pint-sized powerhouse from Stranger Things, is turning her debut novel, Nineteen Steps, into a Netflix movie! Because why just slay demogorgons when you can also slay the world of literature and cinema, right?
In case you’ve been living under a rock (or perhaps in the Upside Down), Millie is only 20 years old and has already decided that starring in one of the biggest shows on the planet wasn’t enough. Nope! She’s now rolling up her sleeves to produce this movie herself under her PCMA banner. Because why hire someone else when you can just do it all?
Oh, and did we mention she’s thinking about starring in it too? That’s right! Millie might just be pulling double duty—producing and acting. She’s like a Swiss Army knife of talent, but with better hair.
The screenplay is being adapted by none other than Anthony McCarten, the man with the golden pen who’s known for turning intense real-life events into even more intense films. So, prepare yourself. Maybe stock up on tissues. And chocolate.
Now, let’s talk about this novel. Nineteen Steps was released in September 2023, and because Millie Bobby Brown does nothing halfway, it instantly became a best-seller. Because of course it did.
Here’s a little sneak peek at the plot: The story follows Nellie Morris, an 18-year-old girl living in East London’s Bethnal Green during World War II. You know, just your typical teenage experience of dodging bombs, dealing with rationing, and trying to maintain a love life while the world falls apart around you. Just when you thought your high school drama was rough!
Nellie’s life gets even more complicated when she meets Ray, an American airman who’s all charm, smiles, and probably a cool leather jacket. While their romance blossoms in the middle of chaos, the story takes a turn toward the real historical tragedy of the Bethnal Green Tube disaster. This isn’t just some made-up drama—this is real, tear-jerking history. In this disaster, 173 people lost their lives in a horrific crush while trying to seek shelter during an air raid. It’s safe to say this movie is going to hit you right in the feels, and possibly leave you sobbing on your couch, clutching a pillow.
So, get ready for Millie Bobby Brown’s latest project, where she’s about to bring the drama of wartime London to Netflix, and probably into your living room. Just remember to pace yourself. This isn’t just a movie; it’s a cinematic emotional rollercoaster, produced by the queen of all things awesome.
