For book lovers, nothing beats finding out that their favorite novel is going to be turned into a feature film. Not only do they get to see beloved characters brought to life, but they also get to see if the sets they imagined in their head are as magical as they had hoped. Sometimes, though, the film can actually overshadow the book, causing people to forget all about the original text and go straight to the theaters. Below, we have rounded up six movies that are better than the book. Trust us when we say there are some surprises here!
6. ‘Jurassic Park’ (1993)
Written in 1990 by Michael Crichton, the
Jurassic Park
The novel shares the same storyline as the popular 1993 movie, but when it comes to experiencing dinosaurs being brought back to life, watching it unfold onscreen is far more thrilling than imagining it from between the pages of a black-and-white book.
“I feel very strongly that
books should be the best books they can be
“, so you shouldn’t be concerned with what impact the film might have,” stated the author back in 1993. “Such dialogues can go quite far when included sparingly in movies. Films of this nature tend to
Jurassic Park
is not the format to have extended discussions on the scientific paradigm.”
“I think everyone’s feeling was that they liked the book in its overall shape and structure, and they wanted to keep that. So the question was how to get it on film since there are some parts-but not a tremendous number of parts-where it’s clear that you can just lift it out and the structure remains.
It involved simplifying
and trying to keep things from the original, simplifying.”
You can watch
Jurassic Park
on
Peacock
.
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Certain pivotal instances in cinematic history have reshaped filmmaking techniques, particularly with advancements in visual effects. Notably, these transformative periods include milestones such as the release of “King Kong” in 1933, followed by “2001: A Space Odyssey” in 1968, then “Star Wars” in 1977, culminating in what many consider Steven Spielberg’s groundbreaking work in his film from 1993.
5. ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ (1991)
The 1991 film
The Quietness of the Lambs
It was a chilling yet exhilarating journey that tracks Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) as she enters the FBI training program and takes on the challenge of interrogating a psychopath.
Dr. Hannibal Lecter (played by Anthony Hopkins). Although this concept may have appeared innovative at first glance, it was originally conceived in a 1988 novel by Thomas Harris.
As he spoke, Harris mentioned, ‘The conversation felt quite recognizable,’ so he decided to pull up the movie and watch it.
a wonderful movie.
”
We must say, we concur with Harris. The film was splendid and even more terrifying than the book.
You can watch
The Quietness of The Lambs
on
Tubi
.
4. ‘Wicked’ (2024)
Don’t get us wrong-the
Wicked
The novel by Gregory Maguire is remarkable. Brimming with rich descriptions and a narrative that maintains an element of surprise, it’s clear why the book served as the inspiration for both the popular Broadway production and later the two-part film adaptation. Even though the original book is exceptionally crafted, the stage show and movies render the overall story considerably more suitable for families, adding a touch of freshness and optimism.
In fact, the author himself even said that the film is ”
far better
than it has any right to be.”
Wicked
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3. ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ (2006)
Flowers in spring may not be revolutionary, but
The Devil Wears Prada
Certainly, a movie surpassing the book does happen. Adapted from the 2003 novel “The Devil Wears Prada” by Lauren Weisberger, the story centers around Andy Sachs, a budding reporter who lands a position as an assistant at the premier fashion magazine globally.
Runway
.
”
I have certainly watched the film.
More recently than when I last read the book, it seems to be frequently shown on late-night TV, and I can’t help but notice it.
not
watch it,”
Weisberger stated in 2013. ”
It puzzled me quite often—I would have to ask, ‘Did that occur in the book?’
We must concur with this statement.
Weisberger: Every time the movie appears on television, we find ourselves unable to resist watching it due to its iconic and glamorous nature.
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The Devil Wears Prada
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2. ‘The Notebook’ (2004)
Don’t get us wrong, both the book and movie adaptations of
The Notebook
made us bawl our eyes out, but when it comes down to which is better, we had to pick the feature film over Nicholas Sparks’ beloved novel.
Much of this can be attributed to the electric chemistry between Rachel McAdams as Allie Hamilton and Ryan Gosling as Noah Calhoun, though according to Sparks, this nearly did not occur.
”
Nobody wanted to play as Noah.
The author shared, “This was quite intriguing as many actors asked, ‘But what exactly is Noah’s arc?'”
It’s about a man who falls in love but essentially takes no action afterward. He simply waits for her to appear, remaining smitten throughout. By the movie’s conclusion, his feelings haven’t changed. So, what happened to his development? Where’s the character progression?
Ryan Gosling came in
, and he truly breathed life into that narrative.”
You can watch
The Notebook
on
Netflix
.
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1. ‘Dune’ (2022)
When Frank Herbert’s seminal work was released back in 1965, it served as a significant cultural shift; however, nearly six decades later, the story can feel somewhat sluggish and perplexing, even to die-hard fans. In contrast, the 2022 cinematic rendition marks a pivotal change. Timothée Chalamet delivers an outstanding performance as Paul Atreides, while director Denis Villeneuve’s meticulous approach and knack for drama transform both this year’s film and its upcoming follow-up from 2024 into genuine works of art.
“Frank Herbert wanted the book to be a cautionary tale, a warning against charismatic religious leaders. He felt that he failed because people misperceived his intentions,” Villeneuve said in February. “So he wrote
Dune Messiah
, an epilogue where he made sure his ideas would be seen. I think
the movie’s more tragic
and more dramatic than the book because it’s closer to Frank’s intentions.”
Dune
can be streamed on
Max
.
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