Movie · 1978
Is Funny People based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Funny People is based on the works At the Bathhouse by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Man and Dog Converse by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Fat and Thin by Anton Chekhov (1883) and A Malefactor by Anton Chekhov (1885).
The movie was released in 1978.
The book behind Funny People
Common questions
Is Funny People based on a book?
Yes. Funny People is based on the works At the Bathhouse by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Man and Dog Converse by Anton Chekhov (1885) and Fat and Thin by Anton Chekhov (1883) and A Malefactor by Anton Chekhov (1885).
Who wrote the book Funny People is based on?
At the Bathhouse was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1885.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read At the Bathhouse 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)