Movie · 1962
Is Street of the Younger Son based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Street of the Younger Son is based on the book Street of the Younger Son by Lev Kassil and Maks Polyanovsky (1949).
The movie was released in 1962.
The book behind Street of the Younger Son
Street of the Younger Son
by Lev Kassil and Maks Polyanovsky · first published 1949 · short novel
Novel by Lev Kassil and Maks Polyanovsky.
Common questions
Is Street of the Younger Son based on a book?
Yes. Street of the Younger Son is based on the book Street of the Younger Son by Lev Kassil and Maks Polyanovsky (1949).
Who wrote the book Street of the Younger Son is based on?
Street of the Younger Son was written by Lev Kassil and Maks Polyanovsky and first published in 1949.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Street of the Younger Son before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.