Movie · 1985
Is Cat's Eye based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Cat's Eye is based on the works Quitters, Inc. by Stephen King (1978) and The Ledge by Stephen King (1978).
The movie was released in 1985.
The book behind Cat's Eye
Common questions
Is Cat's Eye based on a book?
Yes. Cat's Eye is based on the works Quitters, Inc. by Stephen King (1978) and The Ledge by Stephen King (1978).
Who wrote the book Cat's Eye is based on?
Quitters, Inc. was written by Stephen King and first published in 1978.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Quitters, Inc. 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 Stephen King's books
- The Shawshank Redemption (film, 1994)
- The Green Mile (film, 1999)
- The Shining (film, 1980)
- It (film, 2017)
- Misery (film, 1990)
- Carrie (film, 1976)