Movie · 1999
Is Fight Club based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Fight Club is based on the book Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk (1996).
The movie was released in 1999.
The book behind Fight Club
Fight Club
by Chuck Palahniuk · first published 1996 · transgressive fiction, black comedy
1996 novel by Chuck Palahniuk.
Common questions
Is Fight Club based on a book?
Yes. Fight Club is based on the book Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk (1996).
Who wrote the book Fight Club is based on?
Fight Club was written by Chuck Palahniuk and first published in 1996.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Fight Club 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 Chuck Palahniuk's books
- Choke (film, 2008)