Is Room based on a book?

Common questions

Is Room based on a book?

Yes. Room is based on the book Room by Emma Donoghue (2010).

Who wrote the book Room is based on?

Room was written by Emma Donoghue and first published in 2010.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Room before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.