Movie · 1940
Is The Grapes of Wrath based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Grapes of Wrath is based on the book The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck (1939).
The movie was released in 1940.
The book behind The Grapes of Wrath
The Grapes of Wrath
by John Steinbeck · first published 1939 · historical fiction
1939 novel by John Steinbeck.
Common questions
Is The Grapes of Wrath based on a book?
Yes. The Grapes of Wrath is based on the book The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck (1939).
Who wrote the book The Grapes of Wrath is based on?
The Grapes of Wrath was written by John Steinbeck and first published in 1939.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Grapes of Wrath 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 John Steinbeck's books
- East of Eden (film, 1955)
- Lifeboat (film, 1944)
- Of Mice and Men (film, 1939)
- Of Mice and Men (film, 1992)
- In Dubious Battle (film, 2016)
- La perla (film, 1947)