Movie · 2005
Is A Sound of Thunder based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Sound of Thunder is based on the book A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury (1952).
The movie was released in 2005.
The book behind A Sound of Thunder
A Sound of Thunder
by Ray Bradbury · first published 1952 · science fiction, time-travel fiction
Short story by Ray Bradbury.
Common questions
Is A Sound of Thunder based on a book?
Yes. A Sound of Thunder is based on the book A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury (1952).
Who wrote the book A Sound of Thunder is based on?
A Sound of Thunder was written by Ray Bradbury and first published in 1952.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read A Sound of Thunder 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 Ray Bradbury's books
- Fahrenheit 451 (film, 1966)
- The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (film, 1953)
- Fahrenheit 451 (film, 2018)
- The Whispers (TV, 2015)
- Something Wicked This Way Comes (film, 1983)