Movie · 1951
Is A Place in the Sun based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Place in the Sun is based on the book An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser (1925).
The movie was released in 1951.
The book behind A Place in the Sun
An American Tragedy
by Theodore Dreiser · first published 1925 · naturalism, crime literature
1925 novel by Theodore Dreiser.
Other adaptations of An American Tragedy
- An American Tragedy (film, 1931)
Common questions
Is A Place in the Sun based on a book?
Yes. A Place in the Sun is based on the book An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser (1925).
Who wrote the book A Place in the Sun is based on?
An American Tragedy was written by Theodore Dreiser and first published in 1925.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read An American Tragedy before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.