Paramount Pictures has announced its acquisition of the popular Recovery Agent book series by Janet Evanovich. This project will serve as a potential starring vehicle for the acclaimed actress Gal Gadot.
Production Team
The film will be developed under the banner of Carol Mendelsohn Productions, with Carol Mendelsohn and Julie Weitz at the helm. Gadot, alongside her partner Jaron Varsano, will produce through their company, Pilot Wave. Ellen Shanman, known for her work on Voltron, will adapt the screenplay for this exciting venture.
About the Recovery Agent Series
The Recovery Agent series follows Gabriela Rose, a daring recovery agent involved in retrieving stolen or lost high-value items. She navigates dangerous situations often with her unpredictable ex-husband, Rafer Burke. Their adventures take them from tropical islands to global hotspots, where they face various criminals and rival treasure hunters.
Publication Details
- The first book, *The Recovery Agent*, was published in 2022.
- The sequel, *The King’s Ransom*, is set to release in November 2025.
- Both titles achieved instant New York Times bestseller status.
- The paperback edition of the sequel will be available on June 30, 2026.
Gal Gadot’s Recent and Upcoming Projects
Gal Gadot has recently been featured in Julian Schnabel’s film *In the Hand of Dante*, alongside stars like Oscar Isaac and Jason Momoa. This film premiered at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. Additionally, she is set to appear in Kevin Macdonald’s action thriller *The Runner*, produced for Amazon International.
Janet Evanovich’s Literary Success
Janet Evanovich is a prolific author, having written 46 New York Times bestsellers over 28 years. Her books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide. She is also known for the 31-book Stephanie Plum series, with the latest installment, *Now or Never*, debuting at #1 on the NYT bestseller list. Evanovich currently has several projects in development for both film and television.
Industry Representation
- Janet Evanovich is represented by Steven Fisher (Independent Artist Group) and Celeste Fine (Park, Fine & Brower Literary Management).
- Carol Mendelsohn is represented by WME, TFC Management, and Jackoway Tyerman.
- Ellen Shanman is represented by Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment, UTA, and The Law Hut.
This forthcoming adaptation of the *Recovery Agent* series is generating significant interest in both the film and literary communities.
