Movie · 1985
Is A Simple Death based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Simple Death is based on the book The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy (1886).
The movie was released in 1985.
The book behind A Simple Death
The Death of Ivan Ilyich
by Leo Tolstoy · first published 1886 · philosophical fiction
1886 novella by Leo Tolstoy.
Other adaptations of The Death of Ivan Ilyich
- Ikiru (film, 1952)
Common questions
Is A Simple Death based on a book?
Yes. A Simple Death is based on the book The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy (1886).
Who wrote the book A Simple Death is based on?
The Death of Ivan Ilyich was written by Leo Tolstoy and first published in 1886.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Death of Ivan Ilyich before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Leo Tolstoy's books
- War and Peace (film, 1965)
- Anna Karenina (film, 2012)
- War and Peace (film, 1956)
- Anna Karenina (film, 1997)
- Anna Karenina (film, 1935)
- Anna Karenina (film, 1948)