Movie · 1996
Is A Time to Kill based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Time to Kill is based on the book A Time to Kill by John Grisham (1989).
The movie was released in 1996.
The book behind A Time to Kill
Common questions
Is A Time to Kill based on a book?
Yes. A Time to Kill is based on the book A Time to Kill by John Grisham (1989).
Who wrote the book A Time to Kill is based on?
A Time to Kill was written by John Grisham and first published in 1989.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read A Time to Kill 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 John Grisham's books
- The Firm (film, 1993)
- The Client (film, 1994)
- The Rainmaker (film, 1997)
- Runaway Jury (film, 2003)
- Christmas with the Kranks (film, 2004)
- The Firm (TV, 2012)