Movie · 2017
Is The Children Act based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Children Act is based on the book The Children Act by Ian McEwan (2014).
The movie was released in 2017.
The book behind The Children Act
Common questions
Is The Children Act based on a book?
Yes. The Children Act is based on the book The Children Act by Ian McEwan (2014).
Who wrote the book The Children Act is based on?
The Children Act was written by Ian McEwan and first published in 2014.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Children Act 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 Ian McEwan's books
- Atonement (film, 2007)
- Enduring Love (film, 2004)
- The Innocent (film, 1993)
- On Chesil Beach (film, 2017)
- The Comfort of Strangers (film, 1990)
- The Cement Garden (film, 1993)