Jason Richman
Partner and co-head of the Media Rights Group at UTA, specializing in literary and media rights including book-to-screen adaptations, with experience packaging and selling adaptations for film and television.
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Apr 1, 2026 • 32min
Why Hollywood Needs Books More Than Ever
Jason Richman, UTA partner who packages book-to-screen adaptations, discusses why book adaptations are back in theaters. Short takes on scouting manuscripts before publication. Talks optioning pitfalls for authors and which genres and authors studios are chasing now. Covers rescuing stalled rights, author involvement in adaptations, and what kinds of projects sell without attached talent.
