As readers, sometimes more than just reading a book is needed; we look at fan art, stalk the author’s social accounts, and make a playlist of the book. Screen adaptations of books fulfil all these obligations.
Unfortunately, adaptations are scary as they (may) get everything wrong, and the book would be ruined. So, I have included below the recommendations of movies or TV series that are actually good.
#1 Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling — Harry Potter (Movie series)
About the book
Title: Harry Potter
Author: J.K. Rowling
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 4100
Goodreads Rating: 4.74
Adaptation Title: Harry Potter
Type: Movie series
Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint
The eleven-year-old lonely boy lives under the cupboard with his uncle’s family. His life is boring and monotonous until mysterious things happen on his birthday. Owls start appearing on post boards, trying to deliver him letters. He has been whisked away to an adventure of prophecies, chocolate frogs, and magic.
Why do we recommend this?
The classic story of the boy who lived needs no recommendation. The movies are a magical experience of their own. They are beautiful, and the world of Hogwarts comes to life. Although fans have problems with some characters, it is still one of the best screen adaptations.
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#2 Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery — Anne with an E (TV series)
L. M. Montgomery
About the book
Title: Anne of Green Gables
Author: L. M. Montgomery
Publisher: Signet Book
Pages: 320
Goodreads rating: 4.29
Adaptation Title: Anne with an E
Type: TV Series
Cast: Amybeth Mcnulty, Lucas Zumann, Dalila Beli
Marilla and Matthew of Green Gables are in for a surprise when they accidentally adopt a fiery red-haired orphan girl, Anne. In the years to come, Anne will colour the lives of the people of Avonlea as she will experience heartbreak, love, and loss.
Why do we recommend this?
This is one of the most charming screen adaptations that I have ever watched. It will make you wish that you were born on Prince Edward Island. Anne with an E, also adds to the original story by addressing issues like sexuality, racism, and empowerment.
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#3 Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones — Howl’s Moving Castle (Movie)
About the book
Title: Howl’s Moving Castle
Author: Diana Wynne Jones
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Goodreads Rating: 4.29
Pages: 329
Adaptation Title: Howl’s Moving Castle
Type: Movie
Sophie is a simple girl who unintentionally offends the infamous Witch of the West. The Witch curses her and turns her into an old lady. To break the curse, Sophie has to make a deal with a wizard—Howl. In the way to save herself, she will find her spirit and lose her heart.
Why do we recommend this?
This movie adaptation is by the famous director Hayao Miyazaki. It is whimsical, beautiful, and full of magic. This is one of the most visually pleasing movies I have ever seen. It is a bundle of everything perfection.
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#4 A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin — Game of Thrones (TV series)
About the book
Title: A Song of Ice and Fire
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Bantam
Pages: 4197
Goodreads Rating: 4.4
Adaptation Title: Game of Thrones
Type: TV series
Cast: Kit Harrington, Lena Headey, Peter Dinklage, Sophie Turner
Trouble has come to Westeros. Rangers in the North talk about mysterious sightings beyond the wall. The hand of the king is dead, leaving a critical seat empty, and a rebellion brews in the east. A revolution is brewing with talks of ancient dragons returning to life.
Why do we recommend this?
This show singlehandedly rekindled the hype for the fantasy genre. It is brilliant in every possible way; the plot, the characters, the action, and the ambience are fantastic. Unfortunately, the show becomes lacklustre in the later seasons, but the earlier seasons remain the best thing I have ever watched.
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#5 Bridgerton Series by Julia Quinn — Bridgerton (TV series)
About the book
Title: Bridgerton
Author: Julia Quinn
Publisher: Avon books
Pages: 384
Goodreads Rating: 3.81
Adaptation Title: Bridgerton
Type:TV series
Cast: Rege Jean Page, Phoebe Dynevor, Jonathan Bailey, Claudia Jesse, Luke Thompson
The Bridgerton family is one of the most renowned families in the entire town. As a result, the kids are some of the most sought-after matches for the town’s bachelors. We follow the eight Bridgerton siblings trying to find true love in the Regency era.
Why do we recommend this?
This series feels like a bowl of delicious dessert. You will never want it to end. I love the aesthetic of this show. It is just so pleasing to the eye. The male characters in this show are flawed in their ways, but they are swoon-worthy (look out for Anthony Bridgerton). All in all, this is a fantastic Regency era and of the best screen adaptations that everyone should watch.
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#6 The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne — The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (Movie)
About the book
Title: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
Author: John Boyne
Publisher: David Fickling Books
Pages: 240
Goodreads Rating: 4.16
Adaptation Title: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
Type: Movie
Cast: Asa Butterfield, Jack Scanlon, David Thewlis
Bruno’s father has a new job, so they are moving from their old place. He doesn’t like this new place. He misses his friends and grandparents. One day while playing, he discovers a fence and beyond the wall is a boy. Amid the darkness, a friendship is kindled that will change Bruno’s entire life.
Why do we recommend this?
When they say that books are ALWAYS better, they lie because this movie was way better than the book. It is a beautiful and heartbreaking story, both on page and screen, but this time, the film does a splendid job portraying the message that the book doesn’t live up to the comparison. This is one of those screen adaptations that will haunt you long after you’ve done watching it.
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#7 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Pride and Prejudice (Movie)
Jane Austen
About the book
Title: Pride and Prejudice
Author: Jane Austen
Publisher: Penguin
Pages: 279
Goodreads Rating: 4.28
Adaptation Title: Pride and Prejudice
Type: Movie
Cast: Keira Knightley, Matthew McFaden, Rosamund Pike
When a handsome and wealthy bachelor, Mr. Charles Bingley, moves to Elizabeth Bennet’s, she is not surprised by his attention towards her sister, Jane. But when his equally handsome and enigmatic friend starts giving her attention, she is baffled and has to move over her ego to love him back.
Why do we recommend this?
This is not just a Pride and Prejudice appreciation thing but a 2005 Pride and Prejudice appreciation thing. It is the most beautiful movie that you will ever watch. If anything, you should watch it for the hand flex scene alone. It is peak cinematic brilliance.
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#8 Heartstopper series by Alice Oseman — Heartstopper (TV series)
About the book
Title: Heartstopper
Author: Alice Oseman
Publisher: Self
Pages: 288
Goodreads Rating: 4.53
Adaptation Title: Heartstopper
Type: TV series
Cast: Kit Connor, Joe Locke, Yasmin Finney
Charlie is a shy and awkward high school student with the biggest crush on his project partner, Nick. Nick is an extrovert rugby player who questions his sexuality when he starts liking Charlie too much.
Why do we recommend this?
If you want something wholesome but with comedy and drama on the side, then this is the show for you. I think that Oseman is the writer that every teen should read. This screen adaptation translates Alice’s ideas and gentleness while dealing with mental health.
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#9 The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty — The Exorcist (Movie)
William Peter Blatty
About the book
Title: The Exorcist
Author: William Peter Blatty
Publisher: Harpertorch
Pages: 385
Goodreads Rating: 4.19
Adaptation Title: The Exorcist
Type: Movie
Cast: Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller
Chris Macneil’s daughter Regan is a perfect child and the sweetest creature on the planet. That is until she starts growling in the night and has episodes that she shouldn’t have. Chris rushes her to every psychiatrist, and then, at last, she goes to the doorstep of a priest to beg for her daughter’s soul.
Why do we recommend this?
The image from The Exorcist has haunted all our childhoods. This is one of the rare movies that can compare with the sheer brilliance of the book. Linda Blair delivers her best as Regan.
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#10 Devdas by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay — Devdas (Movie)
About the book
Title: Devdas
Author: Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
Publisher: Penguin Books
Pages: 128
Goodreads Rating: 3.91
Adaptation Title: Devdas
Type: Movie
Cast: Shahrukh Khan, Aishwariya Rai Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit
The tragic story of Devdas tangles with the lives of Paro and Chandramuki. This has taken the position of a classic in Indian literature.
Why do we recommend this?
I can’t say anything about this movie that has already been said. The costumes, the cinematography, the choreography, the soundtrack, and the acting are phenomenal. This is a must-watch.
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#11 The Shining by Stephen King — The Shining (Movie)
About the book
Title: The Shining
Author: Stephen King
Publisher: New English Library
Pages: 659
Goodreads Rating: 4.26
Adaptation Title: The Shining
Type: Movie
Cast: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvalli, Danny Lloyd
Jack moves to the Overlook Hotel in the off-season to take up the job as a caretaker. Initially, everything is perfect, but soon as the snow traps them in the abandoned building, things start taking a sinister turn until the entire world comes crashing down on the family.
Why do we recommend this?
Many King books can be on this screen adaptations list, but this one quickly takes the cake. Stanley Kubrick brilliantly recreates the Overlook Hotel in this movie. This is one of the best movies of the psychological horror genre and a must-watch for any Stephen King fan.
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We hope you got some stellar recommendations for screen adaptations from this list. Happy Reading and Watching!
| 1 | Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling | Buy now |
| 2 | Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery | Buy now |
| 3 | Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones | Buy now |
| 4 | A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin | Buy now |
| 5 | Bridgerton by Julia Quinn | Buy now |
| 6 | The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne | Buy now |
| 7 | Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | Buy now |
| 8 | Heartstopper by Alice Oseman | Buy now |
| 9 | The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty | Buy now |
| 10 | Devdas by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay | Buy now |
| 11 | The Shining by Stephen King | Buy now |
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