Close friends Elle and Dakota Fanning attend and revel in the final match of the U.S. Men's Tennis Open Championship together.

In an exciting turn of events, sisters Elle Fanning and Dakota Fanning are set to star in a film adaptation of Kristin Hannah's acclaimed novel, "The Nightingale." The much-anticipated project is slated to begin filming in 2026, with a premiere scheduled for February 2027.

The news was announced at the U.S. Open men's finals, where the Fannings were in attendance. The sisters were spotted in the Moët & Chandon suite, sharing a moment of laughter and animated conversation. Elle held a Moët & Chandon glass, while Dakota wore a tennis necklace, adding a touch of glamour to the sporting event.

Elle, dressed in a floral-printed outfit, took to Instagram to post a birthday message for her sister, further hinting at their close bond. This will mark the first time the Fannings have shared the screen in a film, a project they have been eager to embark on for years.

Melanie Laurent, the fearless director behind the camera, will helm the project. The identity of the director of the film adaptation has not yet been confirmed in the search results.

Emily Burack, the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, has been covering the entertainment industry extensively, including updates on the Fannings and their upcoming project. Before joining Town & Country, Burack was the deputy managing editor at Hey Alma. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram for the latest updates.

"The Nightingale" promises to be a powerful sister story, and fans are eagerly awaiting the first-ever on-screen performance by the Fanning sisters.

Close friends Elle and Dakota Fanning attend and revel in the final match of the U.S. Men's Tennis Open Championship together.