Movie · 1968
Is Signs of Life based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Signs of Life is based on the book The Madman of Fort Ratonneau by Ludwig Achim von Arnim (1818).
The movie was released in 1968.
The book behind Signs of Life
The Madman of Fort Ratonneau
by Ludwig Achim von Arnim · first published 1818
Novella by Achim von Arnim.
Common questions
Is Signs of Life based on a book?
Yes. Signs of Life is based on the book The Madman of Fort Ratonneau by Ludwig Achim von Arnim (1818).
Who wrote the book Signs of Life is based on?
The Madman of Fort Ratonneau was written by Ludwig Achim von Arnim and first published in 1818.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Madman of Fort Ratonneau before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.