Movie · 2011 · HBO
Is The Sunset Limited based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Sunset Limited is based on the book The Sunset Limited by Cormac McCarthy.
The movie was released in 2011 on HBO.
The book behind The Sunset Limited
Common questions
Is The Sunset Limited based on a book?
Yes. The Sunset Limited is based on the book The Sunset Limited by Cormac McCarthy.
Who wrote the book The Sunset Limited is based on?
The Sunset Limited was written by Cormac McCarthy.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Sunset Limited 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 Cormac McCarthy's books
- No Country for Old Men (film, 2007)
- The Road (film, 2009)
- All the Pretty Horses (film, 2000)