The dark romance novel Lights Out by Navessa Allen is being adapted into a Netflix series. The news comes from Allen's Instagram, where she thanked fans for the overwhelming support that helped the book reach the New York Times Bestseller list for 52 weeks. The adaptation will be led by writer and showrunner Hannah Schneider, known for her work on shows like Why Women Kill. The first book in the Into Darkness series, Lights Out presents a gripping tale about Aly, a trauma nurse obsessed with a masked man, Josh, who can hack into her life to fulfill her fantasies. The novel feature 27 trigger warnings but balances its dark themes with some lighter moments. The success of Lights Out is notable, particularly with its sequel, Caught Up, also achieving bestseller status. There's speculation on whether Netflix will adapt the entire series. This trend of adapting dark romance novels for screen continues, following the announcement of adaptations for other popular works.

Will Netflix adapt all the books in the Lights Out series?

It is currently unknown if Netflix will adapt the other books in the series. Given its success, there is certainly a possibility, but no official details have been released yet.

Lights Out marks the beginning of Allen's Into Darkness series, which debuted in February 2024. The book's popularity surged, largely thanks to social media campaigns by fans, particularly on platforms like TikTok. Following Lights Out, the sequel, Caught Up, was released in June 2025, quickly hitting the top of bestseller lists. The series continues to enthrall readers with its captivating characters and themes, exploring the complexities of obsession and love. The upcoming book, Game On, is scheduled for release on March 31.