Movie · 1937
Is The Road Back based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Road Back is based on the book The Road Back by Erich Maria Remarque (1931).
The movie was released in 1937.
The book behind The Road Back
The Road Back
by Erich Maria Remarque · first published 1931 · war novel
1931 novel by Erich Maria Remarque.
Common questions
Is The Road Back based on a book?
Yes. The Road Back is based on the book The Road Back by Erich Maria Remarque (1931).
Who wrote the book The Road Back is based on?
The Road Back was written by Erich Maria Remarque and first published in 1931.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Road Back 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 Erich Maria Remarque's books
- All Quiet on the Western Front (film, 1930)
- All Quiet on the Western Front (film, 2022)
- All Quiet on the Western Front (film, 1979)
- Arch of Triumph (film, 1948)
- Bobby Deerfield (film, 1977)
- Three Comrades (film, 1938)