Movie · 1970
Is Family Happiness based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Family Happiness is based on the works A Marriage Proposal by Anton Chekhov (1888) and An Avenger by Anton Chekhov (1887) and Nerves by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Due to Idleness by Anton Chekhov (1886).
The movie was released in 1970.
The play behind Family Happiness
A Marriage Proposal
Play by Anton Chekhov · first published 1888 · farce
1888 one-act-play by Anton Chekhov.
Common questions
Is Family Happiness based on a book?
Yes. Family Happiness is based on the works A Marriage Proposal by Anton Chekhov (1888) and An Avenger by Anton Chekhov (1887) and Nerves by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Due to Idleness by Anton Chekhov (1886).
Who wrote the book Family Happiness is based on?
A Marriage Proposal was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1888.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read A Marriage Proposal 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 Anton Chekhov's books
- Dark Eyes (film, 1987)
- The Lady with the Dog (film, 1960)
- An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano (film, 1977)
- The Seagull (film, 2018)
- Uncle Vanya (film, 1970)
- The Grasshopper (film, 1955)