Movie · 1996
Is Mother Night based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Mother Night is based on the book Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut (1961).
The movie was released in 1996.
The book behind Mother Night
Mother Night
by Kurt Vonnegut · first published 1961 · black comedy, metafiction
Novel by Kurt Vonnegut.
Common questions
Is Mother Night based on a book?
Yes. Mother Night is based on the book Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut (1961).
Who wrote the book Mother Night is based on?
Mother Night was written by Kurt Vonnegut and first published in 1961.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Mother 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 Kurt Vonnegut's books
- Slaughterhouse-Five (film, 1972)
- Breakfast of Champions (film, 1999)
- 2081 (film, 2009)