Movie · 2012
Is Bel Ami based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Bel Ami is based on the book Bel-Ami by Guy de Maupassant (1885).
The movie was released in 2012.
The book behind Bel Ami
Common questions
Is Bel Ami based on a book?
Yes. Bel Ami is based on the book Bel-Ami by Guy de Maupassant (1885).
Who wrote the book Bel Ami is based on?
Bel-Ami was written by Guy de Maupassant and first published in 1885.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Bel-Ami 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 Guy de Maupassant's books
- A Woman's Life (film, 2016)
- Boule de Suif (film, 1934)
- The Inheritance (TV, 2023)