Movie · 1936
Is Things to Come based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Things to Come is based on the book The Shape of Things to Come by H. G. Wells (1933).
The movie was released in 1936.
The book behind Things to Come
The Shape of Things to Come
by H. G. Wells · first published 1933 · science fiction, future history
1933 novel by H. G. Wells.
Common questions
Is Things to Come based on a book?
Yes. Things to Come is based on the book The Shape of Things to Come by H. G. Wells (1933).
Who wrote the book Things to Come is based on?
The Shape of Things to Come was written by H. G. Wells and first published in 1933.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Shape of Things to Come 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 H. G. Wells's books
- War of the Worlds (film, 2005)
- A Trip to the Moon (film, 1902)
- The Time Machine (film, 2002)
- The Invisible Man (film, 1933)
- The Invisible Man (film, 2020)
- The War of the Worlds (film, 1953)