Movie · 1946
Is The Yearling based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Yearling is based on the book The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings (1938).
The movie was released in 1946.
The book behind The Yearling
The Yearling
by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings · first published 1938 · young adult fiction
1938 novel by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.
Common questions
Is The Yearling based on a book?
Yes. The Yearling is based on the book The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings (1938).
Who wrote the book The Yearling is based on?
The Yearling was written by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and first published in 1938.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Yearling 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 Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings's books
- Cross Creek (film, 1983)