Movie · 1958
Is Arms and the Man based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Arms and the Man is based on the play Arms and the Man by George Bernard Shaw (1898).
The movie was released in 1958.
The play behind Arms and the Man
Arms and the Man
Play by George Bernard Shaw · first published 1898 · comedy
Comedy by George Bernard Shaw.
Common questions
Is Arms and the Man based on a book?
Yes. Arms and the Man is based on the play Arms and the Man by George Bernard Shaw (1898).
Who wrote the book Arms and the Man is based on?
Arms and the Man was written by George Bernard Shaw and first published in 1898.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Arms and the Man 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 George Bernard Shaw's books
- My Fair Lady (film, 1964)
- Pygmalion (film, 1938)
- Caesar and Cleopatra (film, 1945)
- Totalmente Demais (TV, 2015)