Movie · 1970
Is Cotton Comes to Harlem based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Cotton Comes to Harlem is based on the book Cotton Comes to Harlem by Chester Himes (1965).
The movie was released in 1970.
The book behind Cotton Comes to Harlem
Cotton Comes to Harlem
by Chester Himes · first published 1965 · hardboiled, crime literature
Novel by Chester Himes.
Common questions
Is Cotton Comes to Harlem based on a book?
Yes. Cotton Comes to Harlem is based on the book Cotton Comes to Harlem by Chester Himes (1965).
Who wrote the book Cotton Comes to Harlem is based on?
Cotton Comes to Harlem was written by Chester Himes and first published in 1965.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Cotton Comes to Harlem 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 Chester Himes's books
- A Rage in Harlem (film, 1991)