Movie · 1957
Is The Pride and the Passion based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Pride and the Passion is based on the book The Gun by C. S. Forester (1933).
The movie was released in 1957.
The book behind The Pride and the Passion
Common questions
Is The Pride and the Passion based on a book?
Yes. The Pride and the Passion is based on the book The Gun by C. S. Forester (1933).
Who wrote the book The Pride and the Passion is based on?
The Gun was written by C. S. Forester and first published in 1933.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Gun 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 C. S. Forester's books
- Greyhound (film, 2019)
- Hornblower (TV, 1998)