Movie · 2016
Is In Dubious Battle based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. In Dubious Battle is based on the book In Dubious Battle by John Steinbeck (1936).
The movie was released in 2016.
The book behind In Dubious Battle
Common questions
Is In Dubious Battle based on a book?
Yes. In Dubious Battle is based on the book In Dubious Battle by John Steinbeck (1936).
Who wrote the book In Dubious Battle is based on?
In Dubious Battle was written by John Steinbeck and first published in 1936.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read In Dubious Battle 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 John Steinbeck's books
- The Grapes of Wrath (film, 1940)
- East of Eden (film, 1955)
- Lifeboat (film, 1944)
- Of Mice and Men (film, 1939)
- Of Mice and Men (film, 1992)
- La perla (film, 1947)