Movie · 2019
Is Greyhound based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Greyhound is based on the book The Good Shepherd by C. S. Forester (1955).
The movie was released in 2019.
The book behind Greyhound
The Good Shepherd
by C. S. Forester · first published 1955 · nautical fiction
1955 war novel by C. S. Forester.
Common questions
Is Greyhound based on a book?
Yes. Greyhound is based on the book The Good Shepherd by C. S. Forester (1955).
Who wrote the book Greyhound is based on?
The Good Shepherd was written by C. S. Forester and first published in 1955.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Good Shepherd 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 C. S. Forester's books
- The Pride and the Passion (film, 1957)
- Hornblower (TV, 1998)