Movie · 2008
Is Pontypool based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Pontypool is based on the book Pontypool Changes Everything by Tony Burgess (1995).
The movie was released in 2008.
The book behind Pontypool
Pontypool Changes Everything
by Tony Burgess · first published 1995 · horror fiction
1995 novel by Tony Burgess.
Common questions
Is Pontypool based on a book?
Yes. Pontypool is based on the book Pontypool Changes Everything by Tony Burgess (1995).
Who wrote the book Pontypool is based on?
Pontypool Changes Everything was written by Tony Burgess and first published in 1995.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Pontypool Changes Everything before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.