7 Movies That Fans Think Are Better Than The Books

Zee Media Bureau
Aug 30, 2024

The Godfather

The film elevates the novel's plot by focusing on primary characters and adding mood and action to the mafia-centered narrative.

Jaws

Peter Benchley's novel, Jaws, has a New York Times bestseller but lacks the movie's popularity due to its attention-grabbing action and warmer friendship.

Forest Gump

The film Forrest Gump, based on Winston Groom's popular novel, features significant plot changes, such as Forrest's rougher nature, curses, and lack of marriage.

Mean Girls

Mean Girls, a comedy film based on Queen Bees and Wannabes, provides a more realistic portrayal of cliques and bullying, possibly influenced by Tina Fey's personal experiences.

Election

Tom Perrotta's Election, a bestselling novel, gained popularity after its release, thanks to Reese Witherspoon's portrayal, according to the New York Times bestselling author.

The Princess Bride

The Princess Bride, a 1973 novel, was adapted into a 1987 film by screenwriter William Goldman, gaining a high rating among book enthusiasts due to his extensive modifications.

Jurassic Park

Jurassic Park, a Michael Crichton novel, is captivated by its action-packed film adaptation, with Steven Spielberg's direction elevating the novel to new heights.

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