Movie · 1957
Is The Incredible Shrinking Man based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Incredible Shrinking Man is based on the book The Shrinking Man by Richard Matheson (1956).
The movie was released in 1957.
The book behind The Incredible Shrinking Man
The Shrinking Man
by Richard Matheson · first published 1956 · science fiction
1956 novel by Richard Matheson.
Other adaptations of The Shrinking Man
- The Shrinking Man (film, 2025)
Common questions
Is The Incredible Shrinking Man based on a book?
Yes. The Incredible Shrinking Man is based on the book The Shrinking Man by Richard Matheson (1956).
Who wrote the book The Incredible Shrinking Man is based on?
The Shrinking Man was written by Richard Matheson and first published in 1956.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Shrinking Man 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 Richard Matheson's books
- I Am Legend (film, 2007)
- What Dreams May Come (film, 1998)
- The Omega Man (film, 1971)
- The Last Man on Earth (film, 1964)
- The Box (film, 2009)
- Somewhere in Time (film, 1980)