Movie · 1973
Is Don't Look Now based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Don't Look Now is based on the book Don't Look Now by Daphne du Maurier (1970).
The movie was released in 1973.
The book behind Don't Look Now
Don't Look Now
by Daphne du Maurier · first published 1970 · horror fiction
Short story by Daphne du Maurier.
Common questions
Is Don't Look Now based on a book?
Yes. Don't Look Now is based on the book Don't Look Now by Daphne du Maurier (1970).
Who wrote the book Don't Look Now is based on?
Don't Look Now was written by Daphne du Maurier and first published in 1970.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Don't Look Now 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 Daphne du Maurier's books
- Rebecca (film, 1940)
- The Birds (film, 1963)
- Rebecca (film, 2020)
- Frenchman's Creek (film, 1944)