Washington, March 26 -- Gwyneth Paltrow is set to headline the film adaptation of 'Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage', marking another big project in her ongoing return to acting.

The project, based on Belle Burden's critically acclaimed memoir, has been acquired by Netflix following a highly competitive six-way bidding war, according to People magazine.

Paltrow will not only star in the film but also serve as its executive producer.

The memoir, which debuted at the top of The New York Times bestseller list and has remained in the top 10 for nine consecutive weeks, explores the emotional fallout of a long-term marriage unraveling.

The story centres on Burden's personal journey as she confronts the sudden collapse of her 20-year marriage...