Movie · 1968
Is Candy based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Candy is based on the book Candy by Mason Hoffenberg and Terry Southern (1958).
The movie was released in 1968.
The book behind Candy
Candy
by Mason Hoffenberg and Terry Southern · first published 1958 · erotica
Book by Terry Southern and Mason Hoffenberg.
Common questions
Is Candy based on a book?
Yes. Candy is based on the book Candy by Mason Hoffenberg and Terry Southern (1958).
Who wrote the book Candy is based on?
Candy was written by Mason Hoffenberg and Terry Southern and first published in 1958.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Candy 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 Mason Hoffenberg's books
- The Magic Christian (film, 1969)