Book to Movie Adaptations

It should come as no surprise that so many great films are based on books. From romantic masterpieces like The Notebook to historical classics like Gone with the Wind, so many great literature adaptations are just waiting to be watched!

Sometimes, the film is even better than the book, while other times they struggle to capture the true essence of our favorite reads. But in our humble opinion, enjoying both the source material and the adaptation is worth the time, as they usually add to each other rather than subtract. And there’s no better example than our list of Academy Award-winning films that come straight off the pages! Or our collection of the books behind great war movies that are certified Hollywood classics. 

There's sure to be a film adaptation out there you’ll enjoy, and one coming soon to a theater near you! Whether you’re looking for the best or worst adaptations, this is the place for you. You’ll find endless movie recommendations, books to add to your TBR list, and more in the lists below.

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Our Favorite Turner Classic Movies Based on Books

From the golden age of Hollywood to Meryl Streep, here are some undoubted classics from the Turner Classic Movies canon.

The Trailer for Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase Promises an Epic Reboot

Nancy may have upgraded to a cellphone and a skateboard, but she’s still the plucky heroine of your childhood.

Everyone’s Looking for Cate Blanchett in Where’d You Go, Bernadette

Watch the trailer for the adaptation of Maria Semple’s delightful novel about a missing mother and the daughter who vows to find her.