Movie · 1964

Is The Outrage based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. The Outrage is based on the works Rashōmon by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa (1915) and Rashomon and In a Grove by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa (1922).

The movie was released in 1964.

The book behind The Outrage

Rashōmon

by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa · first published 1915

Short story by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa.

Rashomon

Play based on a story by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa.

In a Grove

by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa · first published 1922

1922 short story by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa.

Other adaptations of Rashōmon

Common questions

Is The Outrage based on a book?

Yes. The Outrage is based on the works Rashōmon by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa (1915) and Rashomon and In a Grove by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa (1922).

Who wrote the book The Outrage is based on?

Rashōmon was written by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa and first published in 1915.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Rashōmon before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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