Movie · 1934
Is Of Human Bondage based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Of Human Bondage is based on the book Of Human Bondage by William Somerset Maugham (1915).
The movie was released in 1934.
The book behind Of Human Bondage
Of Human Bondage
by William Somerset Maugham · first published 1915 · Bildungsroman
1915 novel and bildungsroman by William Somerset Maugham.
Common questions
Is Of Human Bondage based on a book?
Yes. Of Human Bondage is based on the book Of Human Bondage by William Somerset Maugham (1915).
Who wrote the book Of Human Bondage is based on?
Of Human Bondage was written by William Somerset Maugham and first published in 1915.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Of Human Bondage 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 William Somerset Maugham's books
- The Letter (film, 1940)
- The Painted Veil (film, 2006)
- The Razor's Edge (film, 1946)
- Sadie Thompson (film, 1928)
- Rain (film, 1932)
- The Letter (film, 1929)