Movie · 2002
Is The Hours based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Hours is based on the book The Hours by Michael Cunningham (1998).
The movie was released in 2002.
The book behind The Hours
The Hours
by Michael Cunningham · first published 1998 · parallel novel, feminist novel, LGBT-related literature
1998 novel by Michael Cunningham.
Common questions
Is The Hours based on a book?
Yes. The Hours is based on the book The Hours by Michael Cunningham (1998).
Who wrote the book The Hours is based on?
The Hours was written by Michael Cunningham and first published in 1998.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Hours 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 Michael Cunningham's books
- A Home at the End of the World (film, 2004)