Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Tommy Dorfman to Adapt Torrey Peters' 'Detransition, Baby' for Film
Tommy Dorfman's production company is turning the book 'Detransition, Baby' into a movie.
The book is about three women, both trans and cisgender, whose lives intertwine after an unexpected pregnancy.
The story explores relatable themes like divorce, family planning, and gender stereotypes.
The author, Torrey Peters, is excited about this new adaptation.
The production will be led by Tommy Dorfman and Kevin Cotter, who are looking for a writer and director.
Dorfman is known for her work in film, television, and theater, and is an advocate for the LGBTQ+IA community.
The book has received several awards and recognition.
Tommy Dorfman's Good Girl Productions acquired the rights to 'Detransition, Baby' for film.
Kevin Cotter will produce the film alongside Good Girl Productions.
The search for a writer and director is underway.
The novel, by Torrey Peters, explores the lives of three women.
The novel has won awards and was named one of The New York Times' 100 Best Books of the 21st Century.
- Who
- Tommy Dorfman, Kevin Cotter, and Torrey Peters are involved.
- What
- Tommy Dorfman's production company, Good Girl Productions, is adapting 'Detransition, Baby' into a film.
- When
- Rights acquired recently; no release date mentioned.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To bring Torrey Peters' novel to the big screen.
- Production Company
- Good Girl Productions
- Producer
- Kevin Cotter
- Novel Title
- Detransition, Baby
- Author
- Torrey Peters
- Book Recognition
- The New York Times’ 100 Best Books of the 21st Century