Mitch Albom ‘s latest novel, “Twice,” has been acquired by Netflix in a competitive situation.

Paul Weitz , who recently helmed the Kevin Hart-starring dramedy “Fatherhood” for the streamer, will adapt and direct the film. Weitz will also produce the movie with Andrew Miano through their company, Depth of Field.

To be published on October 7 by Harper, “Twice” is a love story about magical second chances. The novel asks: “What if you got to do everything in your life — again?” That’s the reality for Alfie Logan, who discovers the magical ability to undo any moment and live it again. The one catch, a synopsis of the story explains, is that he must accept the consequences of his second try, for better or worse.

The synopsis continues: “Eventually, Alfie turns his gift to his love life,

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