The Tourist (novel)

The Tourist
First edition
AuthorOlen Steinhauer
LanguageEnglish
GenreEspionage
PublisherMinotaur Books
Publication date
2009
Media typeHardcover and paperback
Pages408
ISBN0-312-37487-9
Followed byThe Nearest Exit 

The Tourist is a 2009 espionage novel written by Olen Steinhauer, that was featured on The New York Times' list of best sellers.[1]

Story

The story follows Milo Weaver, an agent with a secret branch of the CIA specializing in black ops known as the Tourists.[2]

Film adaptation

George Clooney's production company reportedly purchased the film rights to the novel in March 2009. It was rumored that Clooney intended to play the role of Weaver.[2] In September 2012, it was reported that Columbia Pictures will adapt the novel into a film with Doug Liman set to direct.[3] In October 2023, it was reported that 20th Century Studios will adapt the novel into a film with Pablo Trapero set to direct.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Best Sellers". The New York Times. March 27, 2009. Retrieved June 20, 2010.
  2. ^ a b Stasio, Marilyn (March 12, 2009). "Once a Spy …". The New York Times. Retrieved June 20, 2010.
  3. ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (September 7, 2012). "Sony Acquires Olen Steinhauer Novel 'The Tourist' For Doug Liman To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
  4. ^ Kroll, Justin (October 3, 2023). "Pablo Trapero To Direct Adaptation Of Olen Steinhauer's 'The Tourist' For 20th Century". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 3, 2023.


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