Movie · 2004
Is Speak based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Speak is based on the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson (1999).
The movie was released in 2004.
The book behind Speak
Speak
by Laurie Halse Anderson · first published 1999
1999 young-adult novel by Laurie Halse Anderson.
Common questions
Is Speak based on a book?
Yes. Speak is based on the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson (1999).
Who wrote the book Speak is based on?
Speak was written by Laurie Halse Anderson and first published in 1999.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Speak before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.