Movie · 2011
Is Atlas Shrugged: Part I based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Atlas Shrugged: Part I is based on the book Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand (1957).
The movie was released in 2011.
The book behind Atlas Shrugged: Part I
Atlas Shrugged
by Ayn Rand · first published 1957 · romantic fiction, philosophical fiction, science fiction
1957 novel by Ayn Rand.
Common questions
Is Atlas Shrugged: Part I based on a book?
Yes. Atlas Shrugged: Part I is based on the book Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand (1957).
Who wrote the book Atlas Shrugged: Part I is based on?
Atlas Shrugged was written by Ayn Rand and first published in 1957.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Atlas Shrugged 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 Ayn Rand's books
- The Fountainhead (film, 1949)