Movie · 1969
Is Goodbye, Mr. Chips based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Goodbye, Mr. Chips is based on the book Goodbye, Mr. Chips by James Hilton.
The movie was released in 1969.
The book behind Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
by James Hilton · psychological fiction, children's fiction
Novella by James Hilton.
Other adaptations of Goodbye, Mr. Chips
- Goodbye, Mr. Chips (film, 1939)
Common questions
Is Goodbye, Mr. Chips based on a book?
Yes. Goodbye, Mr. Chips is based on the book Goodbye, Mr. Chips by James Hilton.
Who wrote the book Goodbye, Mr. Chips is based on?
Goodbye, Mr. Chips was written by James Hilton.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Goodbye, Mr. Chips 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 James Hilton's books
- Lost Horizon (film, 1937)
- Random Harvest (film, 1942)
- Knight Without Armour (film, 1937)
- Lost Horizon (film, 1973)