Movie · 2000
Is The House of Mirth based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The House of Mirth is based on the book The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton (1905).
The movie was released in 2000.
The book behind The House of Mirth
The House of Mirth
by Edith Wharton · first published 1905 · comedy of manners
Novel by Edith Wharton.
Common questions
Is The House of Mirth based on a book?
Yes. The House of Mirth is based on the book The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton (1905).
Who wrote the book The House of Mirth is based on?
The House of Mirth was written by Edith Wharton and first published in 1905.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The House of Mirth 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 Edith Wharton's books
- The Age of Innocence (film, 1993)
- The Buccaneers (TV, 2023)