Here's a list of all the book-based adaptations that you can stream from the comfort of your homes.
Whether you like reading or you enjoy watching movies, sometimes all you desire is to settle in and listen to a great story. So, to fulfil what your heart desires, we bring to you a list of twelve book-based adaptations for everyone and to satisfy your needs.
1. Artemis Fowl
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Streaming on Disney+Hotstar Premium, Artemis Fowl, based on the beloved book by Eoin Colfer, is the story of a 12-year-old genius and descendant of a long line of criminal masterminds. He soon finds himself in an epic battle against a race of powerful underground fairies who may be behind his father's disappearance.
2. All the Bright Places
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Based on the best-selling novel of the same name, All the Bright Places starring Elle Fanning and Justice Smith is the kind of story that will capture viewers and get you all teary-eyed. It is a film that will connect well with Netflix’s younger audience as it covers themes like navigating through grief, mental illness and falling in love.
3. Forrest Gump
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4. Harry Potter Film Series
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This fantasy series takes you deep into the world of magic as Harry Potter – an orphaned boy, discovers he has unique magical powers on his eleventh birthday. Based on J.K. Rowling's bestselling book-series, the plot follows three friends as they navigate training at Hogwarts – the school of magic, survive the testing of their friendship, and emerge victorious in their struggle against the Dark Lord. The entire 8-part film series can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
5. Chemical Hearts
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This teenage romance feature revolves around the life of hopeless romantic Henry Page – a high school senior who falls in love with his mysterious new classmate, Grace Town. This attraction sets them both on an unexpected journey that teaches them valuable lessons about love, loss, and more importantly, themselves. Stream this unconventional love-story, which is the adaptation of a novel by Krystal Sunderland, on Amazon Prime Video.
6. Little Women
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This film is an adaptation of the 19th century classic novel by Louisa May Alcott – Little Women. The romance drama chronicles life as it existed two-centuries ago through the eyes of Jo March, a deep thinker who was way ahead of her times. Jo March lives with her sisters, and the four young women – each determined to live life on their own terms, draw the audience into a heartwarming tale of sisterhood. Stream this film anytime on Amazon Prime Video.
7. Perks of Being a Wallflower
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The film is based on Stephen Chbosky’s best selling young-adult novel with the same name. The story follows an estranged high school freshman who considers himself an outsider who is then befriended by a group of older kids who embrace their freethinking status. Available on Netflix, it’s a must-watch for an excellent adaptation with a great performance delivery by the star cast.
8. The Lord of the Rings Movies
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This three-part film series, directed by Peter Jackson, is based on the popular novel by J. R. R. Tolkien. In the first part of the series, a shy young hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring that holds the secret to the survival, or enslavement of the entire world! The second part This three-part film series, directed by Peter Jackson, is based on the popular novel by J. R. R. Tolkien. In the first part of the series, a shy young hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring that holds the secret to the survival, or enslavement of the entire world! The second part of the Tolkien trilogy, sees Frodo Baggins and the others in the Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring. And in a fantastic conclusion of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, armies amass for a final battle that will decide the fate and ruler of the world. Stream this sci-fi action movie series on Amazon Prime Video.
9. The One and Only Ivan
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A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. This film can be streamed on Disney+Hotstar Premium.
10. The Great Gatsby
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A well-cast adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s everlasting ‘The Great Gatsby’ is bigger, louder and grander than the book could have possibly imagined. This movie, available on Netflix, will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions, down the road of nostalgia and get you back with a sense of awe for a classic that you must not miss!
11. Pride & Prejudice
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The classic novel written by Jane Austen, Pride & Prejudice, has been adapted into one of the most delightful and heartwarming films. To transport yourself to another world, this film, available on Netflix, is one that you should definitely consider watching.
12. Gone Girl
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Based on the best-seller by Gillian Flynn, this movie, available on Netflix, delivers one of the finest acting performances and well-executed storylines that is going to leave you stunned till the end.
