Movie · 1953
Is Salome based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Salome is based on the play Salome by Oscar Wilde (1891).
The movie was released in 1953.
The play behind Salome
Common questions
Is Salome based on a book?
Yes. Salome is based on the play Salome by Oscar Wilde (1891).
Who wrote the book Salome is based on?
Salome was written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1891.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Salome 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 Oscar Wilde's books
- Dorian Gray (film, 2009)
- The Picture of Dorian Gray (film, 1945)
- Phantom of the Paradise (film, 1974)
- The Importance of Being Earnest (film, 2002)
- An Ideal Husband (film, 1999)
- The Picture of Dorian Grey (film, 1915)