Movie · 2025
Is Long Day's Journey Into Night based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Long Day's Journey Into Night is based on the book Long Day's Journey into Night by Eugene O'Neill (1956).
The movie was released in 2025.
The book behind Long Day's Journey Into Night
Long Day's Journey into Night
by Eugene O'Neill · first published 1956 · autobiography
Drama in four acts by Eugene O'Neill.
Other adaptations of Long Day's Journey into Night
- Long Day's Journey into Night (film, 1962)
Common questions
Is Long Day's Journey Into Night based on a book?
Yes. Long Day's Journey Into Night is based on the book Long Day's Journey into Night by Eugene O'Neill (1956).
Who wrote the book Long Day's Journey Into Night is based on?
Long Day's Journey into Night was written by Eugene O'Neill and first published in 1956.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Long Day's Journey into Night 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 Eugene O'Neill's books
- Anna Christie (film, 1930)
- Anna Christie (film, 1923)
- Mourning Becomes Electra (film, 1947)
- The Emperor Jones (film, 1933)