Hamilton and Vanessa Redgrave reprised the roles in a UK mini-series adaptation in 1966.
The production has yet to announce who will co-star opposite Blyth in this new version.
Blyth revealed he has been a long-time fan of both Hemingway and Winterbottoms work.
Michael-Winterbottom, Tom Blyth (inset) Ernest Hemingway’s passport photoCourtesy/Getty/John F. Kennedy Library, Boston
We deeply appreciate the passion and depth of understanding exhibited by Winterbottom and his team.
The actor also plays the titular role in the second season of MGM+ seriesBilly the Kid.
Fremantle previously partnered with Passengers Brown and Winterbottom on the critically acclaimed Sky Original dramaThis England.
Fremantle also has an exclusive first-look deal with Revolution Films.
The novelA Farewell to Armsand the Estate of Ernest Hemingway are represented by Gersh.
