Movie · 1946
Is My Darling Clementine based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. My Darling Clementine is based on the book Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshal by Stuart N. Lake (1931).
The movie was released in 1946.
The book behind My Darling Clementine
Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshal
by Stuart N. Lake · first published 1931 · biography, historical fiction
1931 novel by Stuart N. Lake.
Common questions
Is My Darling Clementine based on a book?
Yes. My Darling Clementine is based on the book Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshal by Stuart N. Lake (1931).
Who wrote the book My Darling Clementine is based on?
Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshal was written by Stuart N. Lake and first published in 1931.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Wyatt Earp: Frontier Marshal before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.