‘Stranger Things’ star in talks to lead A24 adaptation of bestselling novel ‘The Guest’
'Stranger Things' star Sadie Sink is in talks to star in and produce 'The Guest', a feature film adaptation of Emma Cline’s bestselling novel. A24 and Square Peg are negotiating the project, with 'Hustlers' filmmaker Lorene Scafaria in talks to write and direct. The film would add another major project to Sink’s growing slate as she continues to take on roles beyond the Netflix series that made her a household name.
Published by Penguin Random House in 2024, 'The Guest' follows a calculating grifter navigating the social world of summer in the Hamptons. The story examines wealth, privilege and the fragile relationships that shape life among the wealthy. Cline’s novel was longlisted for the PEN/Faulkner Award and selected by Belletrist Book Club. More than a dozen publications, including The New Yorker, Time, NPR and The Washington Post, named it one of the best books of the year. Details about the film’s storyline, supporting cast and production schedule have not been announced.
Sadie Sink gained widespread recognition as Max Mayfield in 'Stranger Things'. Her film credits include 'The Whale', while her stage work includes the London West End production of 'Romeo and Juliet' and Broadway’s 'John Proctor Is the Villain', which earned her a Tony nomination. She has also joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as mutant Jean Grey in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'. Sink is expected to appear in Marvel’s upcoming 'X-Men' reboot, directed by Jake Schreier and scheduled for release on May 5, 2028.
Scafaria’s film credits include 'The Meddler' and 'Seeking a Friend for the End of the World', in addition to 'Hustlers'. Her television work includes 'Succession' and 'New Girl'. She currently serves as an executive producer and director on HBO’s 'I Love LA'. Deadline first reported the developing project. Scafaria’s potential involvement and Sink’s casting remain subject to the ongoing negotiations.
