# Netflix ‘East of Eden’ miniseries production

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> Updated: 2026-09-02T12:30:00.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 3.

Netflix has announced a seven-part limited series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel, ‘East of Eden’. Set in California’s Salinas Valley, the production follows the multigenerational Trask family saga, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle between good and evil.

The series is written by Zoe Kazan, who also serves as co-showrunner alongside Jeb Stuart. Kazan, the granddaughter of director Elia Kazan, aims to provide a more comprehensive exploration of the source material than previous adaptations. The drama is set to span several decades, framed by the American Civil War and World War I, and is inspired by the biblical story of Cain and Abel.

Florence Pugh stars as the manipulative antihero Cathy Ames and also serves as an executive producer. The cast includes Christopher Abbott as Adam Trask, Mike Faist as Charles Trask, Joseph Zada as Cal Trask, and Joe Anders as Aron Trask. Other featured actors include Tracy Letts as Cyrus Trask, Martha Plimpton as Faye, Ciarán Hinds as Samuel Hamilton, and Hoon Lee.

Following the release of official images, Netflix has released a full-length trailer for the series. Garth Davis will direct the first four episodes, while Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre will direct episodes five through seven. The series is scheduled to premiere on October 1, 2026.

## Claims

- Netflix released the full trailer for the new limited series East of Eden. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The series is an adaptation of John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel East of Eden. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Florence Pugh stars as the character Cathy Ames. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The series is scheduled to premiere on October 1. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Zoe Kazan wrote the screenplay for the adaptation. (single source)
- The story spans several decades, bookended by the American Civil War and World War I. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Netflix releases trailer for East of Eden starring Florence Pugh

Netflix has released a trailer for its new seven-episode limited series “East of Eden,” starring Florence Pugh. The Steinbeck adaptation premieres October 1, 2026.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-reveals-trailer-for-east-of-eden-starring-florence-pugh

### 2026-08-23: Netflix announces ‘East of Eden’ miniseries starring Florence Pugh

Netflix is developing a seven-part miniseries adaptation of John Steinbeck’s ‘East of Eden’, starring Florence Pugh, Christopher Abbott, and Mike Faist.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-announces-east-of-eden-miniseries-starring-florence-pugh

### 2026-08-18: Netflix sets October 2026 release for ‘East of Eden’ starring Florence Pugh

Netflix has set an October 1, 2026, release date for its seven-episode limited series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s ‘East of Eden’, starring Florence Pugh.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netflix-to-release-east-of-eden-limited-series-on-oct-1

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