Movie · 1967
Is Ulysses based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Ulysses is based on the book Ulysses by James Joyce (1922).
The movie was released in 1967.
The book behind Ulysses
Ulysses
by James Joyce · first published 1922 · modernist literature, experimental literature, high literature
1922 novel by James Joyce.
Common questions
Is Ulysses based on a book?
Yes. Ulysses is based on the book Ulysses by James Joyce (1922).
Who wrote the book Ulysses is based on?
Ulysses was written by James Joyce and first published in 1922.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Ulysses 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 James Joyce's books
- The Dead (film, 1987)