Movie · 1947
Is The Fugitive based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Fugitive is based on the book The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene (1940).
The movie was released in 1947.
The book behind The Fugitive
Common questions
Is The Fugitive based on a book?
Yes. The Fugitive is based on the book The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene (1940).
Who wrote the book The Fugitive is based on?
The Power and the Glory was written by Graham Greene and first published in 1940.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Power and the Glory 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 Graham Greene's books
- The End of the Affair (film, 1999)
- The Quiet American (film, 2002)
- The Quiet American (film, 1958)
- Our Man in Havana (film, 1959)