Movie · 1968
Is Oliver! based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Oliver! is based on the works Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens (1838) and Oliver!.
The movie was released in 1968.
The book behind Oliver!
Oliver Twist
by Charles Dickens · first published 1838 · Bildungsroman
1838 novel by Charles Dickens.
Other adaptations of Oliver Twist
- Oliver & Company (film, 1988)
- Oliver Twist (film, 2005)
- Oliver Twist (film, 1948)
- Oliver Twist (film, 1922)
- Oliver Twist (film, 1909)
- Oliver Twist (film, 1916)
Common questions
Is Oliver! based on a book?
Yes. Oliver! is based on the works Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens (1838) and Oliver!.
Who wrote the book Oliver! is based on?
Oliver Twist was written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1838.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Oliver Twist 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 Charles Dickens's books
- A Christmas Carol (film, 2009)
- Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (film, 2009)
- Great Expectations (film, 1946)
- Great Expectations (film, 1998)
- David Copperfield (film, 1935)
- Mickey's Christmas Carol (film, 1983)