Movie · 2014
Is The Humbling based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Humbling is based on the book The Humbling by Philip Roth (2009).
The movie was released in 2014.
The book behind The Humbling
Common questions
Is The Humbling based on a book?
Yes. The Humbling is based on the book The Humbling by Philip Roth (2009).
Who wrote the book The Humbling is based on?
The Humbling was written by Philip Roth and first published in 2009.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Humbling 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 Philip Roth's books
- The Human Stain (film, 2003)
- Elegy (film, 2008)
- American Pastoral (film, 2016)
- Goodbye, Columbus (film, 1969)
- The Plot Against America (TV, 2020)
- Deception (film, 2021)