Movie · 1935
Is Becky Sharp based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Becky Sharp is based on the works Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray (1848) and Becky Sharp by Langdon Elwyn Mitchell.
The movie was released in 1935.
The book behind Becky Sharp
Vanity Fair
by William Makepeace Thackeray · first published 1848 · satirical fiction
1848 novel by William Makepeace Thackeray.
Other adaptations of Vanity Fair
- Vanity Fair (film, 2004)
Common questions
Is Becky Sharp based on a book?
Yes. Becky Sharp is based on the works Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray (1848) and Becky Sharp by Langdon Elwyn Mitchell.
Who wrote the book Becky Sharp is based on?
Vanity Fair was written by William Makepeace Thackeray and Langdon Elwyn Mitchell and first published in 1848.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Vanity Fair before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.