Movie · 2016
Is Goodbye Berlin based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Goodbye Berlin is based on the book Why We Took the Car by Wolfgang Herrndorf (2010).
The movie was released in 2016.
The book behind Goodbye Berlin
Why We Took the Car
by Wolfgang Herrndorf · first published 2010 · Bildungsroman, coming-of-age fiction
2010 novel by Wolfgang Herrndorf.
Common questions
Is Goodbye Berlin based on a book?
Yes. Goodbye Berlin is based on the book Why We Took the Car by Wolfgang Herrndorf (2010).
Who wrote the book Goodbye Berlin is based on?
Why We Took the Car was written by Wolfgang Herrndorf and first published in 2010.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Why We Took the Car before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.