Movie · 2009
Is The Box based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Box is based on the book Button, Button by Richard Matheson (1970).
The movie was released in 2009.
The book behind The Box
Button, Button
by Richard Matheson · first published 1970 · science fiction
Short story by Richard Matheson.
Common questions
Is The Box based on a book?
Yes. The Box is based on the book Button, Button by Richard Matheson (1970).
Who wrote the book The Box is based on?
Button, Button was written by Richard Matheson and first published in 1970.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Button, Button 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 Richard Matheson's books
- I Am Legend (film, 2007)
- What Dreams May Come (film, 1998)
- The Omega Man (film, 1971)
- The Last Man on Earth (film, 1964)
- Somewhere in Time (film, 1980)
- The Incredible Shrinking Man (film, 1957)