Movie · 1969
Is The Boys of Paul Street based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Boys of Paul Street is based on the book The Paul Street Boys by Ferenc Molnár (1906).
The movie was released in 1969.
The book behind The Boys of Paul Street
The Paul Street Boys
by Ferenc Molnár · first published 1906 · young adult fiction
Novel by Ferenc Molnár.
Common questions
Is The Boys of Paul Street based on a book?
Yes. The Boys of Paul Street is based on the book The Paul Street Boys by Ferenc Molnár (1906).
Who wrote the book The Boys of Paul Street is based on?
The Paul Street Boys was written by Ferenc Molnár and first published in 1906.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Paul Street Boys 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 Ferenc Molnár's books
- One, Two, Three (film, 1961)
- Carousel (film, 1956)