Movie · 1946
Is The Beast with Five Fingers based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Beast with Five Fingers is based on the book The Beast with Five Fingers by W. F. Harvey (1919).
The movie was released in 1946.
The book behind The Beast with Five Fingers
The Beast with Five Fingers
by W. F. Harvey · first published 1919 · horror fiction
Short story by William Fryer Harvey.
Common questions
Is The Beast with Five Fingers based on a book?
Yes. The Beast with Five Fingers is based on the book The Beast with Five Fingers by W. F. Harvey (1919).
Who wrote the book The Beast with Five Fingers is based on?
The Beast with Five Fingers was written by W. F. Harvey and first published in 1919.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Beast with Five Fingers before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.