Movie · 1978
Is The Big Sleep based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Big Sleep is based on the book The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler (1939).
The movie was released in 1978.
The book behind The Big Sleep
The Big Sleep
by Raymond Chandler · first published 1939 · noir fiction, crime fiction
Novel by Raymond Chandler.
Other adaptations of The Big Sleep
- The Big Sleep (film, 1946)
Common questions
Is The Big Sleep based on a book?
Yes. The Big Sleep is based on the book The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler (1939).
Who wrote the book The Big Sleep is based on?
The Big Sleep was written by Raymond Chandler and first published in 1939.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Big Sleep 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 Raymond Chandler's books
- The Long Goodbye (film, 1973)
- Farewell, My Lovely (film, 1975)
- Murder, My Sweet (film, 1944)
- Marlowe (film, 1969)
- Lady in the Lake (film, 1946)