Described as “unprecedented,” the deal spans film and series adaptations and could mark Apple’s first true fantasy franchise. Apple eyes first fantasy franchisePer The Hollywood Reporter, Apple has secured the rights to Sanderson’s “Cosmere” books in what it described as “a competitive situation which saw Sanderson meet with most of the studio heads in town”. Sanderson will be the architect of the universe; will write, produce and consult; and will have approvals. So far, there’s no release timeline for the projects announced as part of the deal. Apple TV is available for $12.99 per month and features hit TV shows and movies like Severance, The Studio, The Morning Show, Shrinking and Silo.