From Collider · Diego Pineda Pacheco · · 1m 30s
The 10 Greatest Movies Based on Books, Ranked
A list of the top 10 movies adapted from books, ranked by impact and quality.
In brief
A list of the top 10 movies adapted from books, ranked by impact and quality. The 10 greatest movies based on books, ranked from 'The Lord of the Rings' to 'Goodfellas'. Originally reported by Collider.
1. The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's work, is ranked the greatest movie adaptation.
“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”
2. The Godfather
The Godfather, based on Mario Puzo's novel, is praised as the greatest film ever made.
“The Godfather (1972)”
3. Stalker
Stalker, based on Arkady and Boris Strugatsky's novel, is one of the best sci-fi movies ever made.
“Stalker (1979)”
4. Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters, based on Yukio Mishima's works, is one of the greatest Japanese movies.
“Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985)”
5. Harakiri
Harakiri, based on Yasuhiko Takiguchi's story, is a legendary Japanese action movie.
“Harakiri (1962)”
6. Apocalypse Now
Apocalypse Now, based on Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness, is one of the best films of the 1970s.
“Apocalypse Now (1979)”
7. Schindler's List
Schindler's List, based on Thomas Keneally's work, is one of the best movies based on true events.
“Schindler's List (1993)”
8. The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs, based on Thomas Harris's novel, is a psychological thriller.
“The Silence of the Lambs (1991)”
9. The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption, based on Stephen King's novella, is one of the most-watched movies on IMDb.
“The Shawshank Redemption (1994)”
10. Goodfellas
Goodfellas, based on Nicholas Pileggi's non-fiction book, is the best gangster biopic ever.
“Goodfellas (1990)”
At a glance
The 10 greatest movies based on books, ranked from 'The Lord of the Rings' to 'Goodfellas'.
