Adam Wieherdt
Screenwriter • Narrative Systems • Franchise Development

Character-driven stories built to grow, evolve, and scale.

I’m a Canadian screenwriter focused on franchise development, adaptation, and long-form storytelling. My work centers on expanding story worlds, designing sequels, and structuring character-driven narratives for long-term growth — without losing tone, character integrity, or emotional continuity.

About

This site is a preview of my work and creative range. Full scripts, case studies, and supporting materials are available through representation.

I write stories about people in motion — people trying to connect, evolve, survive, or hold onto something meaningful while everything shifts around them. My work spans grounded drama, ensemble comedy, speculative fiction, and projects designed for long-term expansion.

How I Work in Development

I support projects as they grow — helping shape expansions, continuations, and long-form structures that hold together over time.

Story World Expansion

Extending existing IP while preserving tone and character identity.

Sequel & Adaptation Design

Building continuations that feel inevitable, not manufactured.

Long-Form Structure

Designing stories that sustain multiple seasons and expansions.

Systems Thinking

Approaching story as a system where everything stays cohesive as it grows.

Selected Work

A preview of projects across film, television, and larger narrative systems. Full materials available through representation.

A Town Called Christmas

Feature Film

A heartfelt holiday story about connection and second chances.

A Pirates Tale

Feature Project

A character-driven pirate epic exploring freedom and legacy.

The Great Canadian Fluke

TV Comedy

A mockumentary series set in the Okanagan.

The Legend of the Pathfinder

Animated Sci-Fi Series

A character-driven series built for long-form narrative expansion.

The Adventures of Asa

Animated Series

An accessible entry point into a larger story universe.

The Marquee

TV Dramedy

A community-centered series built around a historic theatre.

Zombie Series

TV Drama

A grounded, politically-driven apocalypse series.

What They Don’t Hear

Short Film

A story about silence, absence, and finding your voice.

Approach

I’m interested in stories that work on two levels: emotional truth in the moment, and structural strength underneath it — so they don’t collapse as they grow.

Contact

For scripts, case studies, and full portfolio materials, please contact representation.

Shine Agency
Sylvia Bourassa — Talent Agent

📞 250-718-5819

📧 awieherdt@gmail.com