Movie · 1998
Is Acid House based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Acid House is based on the book The Acid House by Irvine Welsh (1994).
The movie was released in 1998.
The book behind Acid House
The Acid House
by Irvine Welsh · first published 1994 · fiction
Short story collection by Irvine Welsh.
Common questions
Is Acid House based on a book?
Yes. Acid House is based on the book The Acid House by Irvine Welsh (1994).
Who wrote the book Acid House is based on?
The Acid House was written by Irvine Welsh and first published in 1994.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Acid House 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 Irvine Welsh's books
- Trainspotting (film, 1996)
- T2 Trainspotting (film, 2017)
- Filth (film, 2013)