Apple TV has closed an "unprecedented deal" for Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe, giving the streamer rights to works including the Mistborn novels and The Stormlight Archive, according to The Hollywood Reporter via MovieWeb. MovieWeb reports Mistborn is reportedly set to be adapted as movies while The

On Jan. 28, 2026, The Hollywood Reporter said bestselling author Brandon Sanderson has signed an "unprecedented" deal that gives Apple TV the rights to adapt his Cosmere fantasy universe. THR reported the contract grants Sanderson significant control over the adaptations — both as a writer and producer — and final