Mark Ronson’s ‘Night People’ Memoir to Become Feature Film From Plan B (EXCLUSIVE)

Film studio Plan B has acquired the adaptation rights to Mark Ronson’s memoir, “Night People: How to Be a DJ in ’90s New York City.” The book, published by Grand Central Publishing, chronicles the early years of the Oscar and Grammy-winning producer, long before he crafted global smashes for artists like Amy Winehouse and Bruno Mars.

Plan B—the production company behind recent box office hits “F1” and “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” as well as the Emmy-nominated Netflix limited series “Adolescence”—moved quickly to secure the rights following the memoir’s release. Ronson, who co-wrote the Oscar-winning “Shallow” for “A Star Is Born” and composed the chart-topping soundtrack for 2023’s billion-dollar blockbuster “Barbie,” described the writing process as all-encompassing. “It ate my life,” he revealed to Variety. “I felt compelled to tell this story.”

The memoir references approximately 245 songs that shaped Ronson’s musical identity, making the project both a nostalgic journey and a logistical challenge. At times, he questioned the undertaking: “You pour so much into something and wonder, ‘What’s the point?’” Still, Ronson expressed deep satisfaction with the result, noting that he turned down numerous production offers to complete it. “I’m proud of what I created—it represents my best effort,” he said.

Even while writing, Ronson remained active in high-profile endeavors, including his Emmy-nominated role as music curator for “SNL 50: The Homecoming Concert,” produced by Lorne Michaels. Industry expert Mara Jenkins observed, “This project taps into a surging interest in ’90s nostalgia and club culture, reminiscent of the appeal behind series like ‘Pose.’” Ronson is represented by CAA and Good World Management.

Ronson’s deep roots in New York’s nightlife scene—where he began DJing in the mid-’90s—lend the memoir an authenticity that resonates with both music historians and casual fans. His evolution from underground DJ to in-demand producer mirrors broader shifts in the music industry during that era, making the book a compelling snapshot of a transformative time.