Movie · 1959
Is The Diary of Anne Frank based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Diary of Anne Frank is based on the works The Diary of Anne Frank by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich and Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank (1947).
The movie was released in 1959.
The book behind The Diary of Anne Frank
Diary of Anne Frank
by Anne Frank · first published 1947 · autobiography, diary literature, Holocaust literature
Posthumously published, compiled and edited literary work based on Anne Frank's diaries, distinct from its individual editions and publications.
Other adaptations of The Diary of Anne Frank
- Where Is Anne Frank (film, 2021)
Common questions
Is The Diary of Anne Frank based on a book?
Yes. The Diary of Anne Frank is based on the works The Diary of Anne Frank by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich and Diary of Anne Frank by Anne Frank (1947).
Who wrote the book The Diary of Anne Frank is based on?
The Diary of Anne Frank was written by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich and Anne Frank.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Diary of Anne Frank before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.