2026 has been a banner year for sci-fi on the big screen, but few films have left as lasting an impression as Project Hail Mary. The movie, based on Andy Weir's novel of the same name, has become a cultural touchstone, and its success is now casting a spotlight on another beloved sci-fi property: the Bobiverse series.
Lord Miller Productions, the powerhouse behind Project Hail Mary and the Spider-Verse films, has optioned the rights to the Bobiverse books, and the franchise is riding a wave of momentum. According to Audible, the series has sold nearly 3 million audiobook copies since its debut in 2016, a staggering figure that underscores its devoted fanbase.
The Bobiverse Phenomenon
The Bobiverse began with We Are Legion (We Are Bob) in 2016, introducing readers to Bob Johansson, a software engineer who wakes up as a self-replicating AI probe exploring the galaxy. The series quickly gained a cult following, thanks to its blend of hard sci-fi, humor, and philosophical musings. Author Dennis E. Taylor expanded the universe with For We Are Many and All These Worlds in 2017, then returned after a three-year hiatus with Heaven's River in 2020. The fifth and sixth installments, Not Til We Are Lost and The Infinite Extent, arrived in 2024 and 2026, respectively.
The audiobook editions, narrated by the acclaimed Ray Porter, have been a major driver of the series' success. Porter, who also lent his voice to Project Hail Mary's audiobook, has become synonymous with Taylor's work. The latest release, The Infinite Extent, dropped on Audible in September and is now available worldwide, helping push the franchise past the 3 million mark.
Lord Miller's Sci-Fi Empire
Phil Lord and Chris Miller are no strangers to adapting beloved source material. Their work on Into the Spider-Verse and Across the Spider-Verse redefined animated storytelling, and they're currently overseeing the third installment, Beyond the Spider-Verse, set for release on June 18, 2027. With Project Hail Mary grossing around $684 million globally on a $200 million budget, the duo has proven they can handle big-budget sci-fi with heart and intelligence.
Now, they're turning their attention to the Bobiverse, a series that offers a different kind of cosmic adventure. While details about the adaptation remain under wraps, fans are eager to see how Lord Miller's signature style will translate Taylor's intricate world-building to the screen.
What's Next for the Bobiverse?
Taylor has confirmed that a seventh and final book is currently in the works, but he hasn't ruled out future spin-offs or non-linear stories set in the same universe. For now, the audiobook milestone is a testament to the series' enduring appeal, and with Lord Miller on board, the Bobiverse is poised to reach an even wider audience.
As the franchise continues to expand, fans can also explore other sci-fi adaptations, like Netflix's best book-to-film adaptations, or revisit the gold standard of Stephen King adaptations in The Shining. And with Project Hail Mary earning Oscar buzz, Lord Miller's sci-fi pedigree is only getting stronger.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Bobiverse adaptation and all things sci-fi.
