Movie · 1939
Is Of Mice and Men based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Of Mice and Men is based on the book Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck (1937).
The movie was released in 1939.
The book behind Of Mice and Men
Of Mice and Men
by John Steinbeck · first published 1937 · short novel, social novel
1937 novella by John Steinbeck.
Other adaptations of Of Mice and Men
- Of Mice and Men (film, 1992)
Common questions
Is Of Mice and Men based on a book?
Yes. Of Mice and Men is based on the book Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck (1937).
Who wrote the book Of Mice and Men is based on?
Of Mice and Men was written by John Steinbeck and first published in 1937.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Of Mice and Men 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)
- In Dubious Battle (film, 2016)
- La perla (film, 1947)
- East of Eden (TV, 2026)