Movie · 1990
Is The Grifters based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Grifters is based on the book The Grifters by Jim Thompson (1963).
The movie was released in 1990.
The book behind The Grifters
The Grifters
by Jim Thompson · first published 1963 · crime fiction
1963 crime novel by Jim Thompson.
Common questions
Is The Grifters based on a book?
Yes. The Grifters is based on the book The Grifters by Jim Thompson (1963).
Who wrote the book The Grifters is based on?
The Grifters was written by Jim Thompson and first published in 1963.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Grifters 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 Jim Thompson's books
- The Getaway (film, 1972)
- Coup de Torchon (film, 1981)
- The Getaway (film, 1994)
- The Killer Inside Me (film, 2010)