Movie · 1945
Is Week-End at the Waldorf based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Week-End at the Waldorf is based on the book Grand Hotel by Vicki Baum (1929).
The movie was released in 1945.
The book behind Week-End at the Waldorf
Other adaptations of Grand Hotel
- Grand Hotel (film, 1932)
Common questions
Is Week-End at the Waldorf based on a book?
Yes. Week-End at the Waldorf is based on the book Grand Hotel by Vicki Baum (1929).
Who wrote the book Week-End at the Waldorf is based on?
Grand Hotel was written by Vicki Baum and first published in 1929.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Grand Hotel 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 Vicki Baum's books
- The Glass Castle (film, 1950)