Movie · 2023
Is The Canterville Ghost based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Canterville Ghost is based on the book The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde (1887).
The movie was released in 2023.
The book behind The Canterville Ghost
The Canterville Ghost
by Oscar Wilde · first published 1887 · historical fiction
Short story by Oscar Wilde.
Common questions
Is The Canterville Ghost based on a book?
Yes. The Canterville Ghost is based on the book The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde (1887).
Who wrote the book The Canterville Ghost is based on?
The Canterville Ghost was written by Oscar Wilde and first published in 1887.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Canterville Ghost 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 Oscar Wilde's books
- Dorian Gray (film, 2009)
- The Picture of Dorian Gray (film, 1945)
- Phantom of the Paradise (film, 1974)
- The Importance of Being Earnest (film, 2002)
- An Ideal Husband (film, 1999)
- The Picture of Dorian Grey (film, 1915)