Movie · 2007
Is The Girl Next Door based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Girl Next Door is based on the book The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum (1989).
The movie was released in 2007.
The book behind The Girl Next Door
The Girl Next Door
by Jack Ketchum · first published 1989 · thriller, horror fiction, crime fiction
Novel by Jack Ketchum.
Common questions
Is The Girl Next Door based on a book?
Yes. The Girl Next Door is based on the book The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum (1989).
Who wrote the book The Girl Next Door is based on?
The Girl Next Door was written by Jack Ketchum and first published in 1989.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Girl Next Door 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 Jack Ketchum's books
- The Woman (film, 2011)