 First edition | |
| Author | Olen Steinhauer |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Espionage |
| Publisher | Minotaur Books |
Publication date | 2009 |
| Media type | Hardcover and paperback |
| Pages | 408 |
| ISBN | 0-312-37487-9 |
| Followed by | The Nearest Exit |
The Tourist is a 2009 espionage novel written by Olen Steinhauer, that was featured on The New York Times' list of best sellers. [1]
The story follows Milo Weaver, an agent with a secret branch of the CIA specializing in black ops known as the Tourists. [2]
George Clooney's production company reportedly purchased the film rights to the novel in March 2009. It was rumored that Clooney intended to play the role of Weaver. [2] In September 2012, it was reported that Columbia Pictures would adapt the novel into a film with Doug Liman set to direct. [3] In October 2023, it was reported that 20th Century Studios would adapt the novel into a film with Pablo Trapero set to direct. [4]
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