7 Movies That Outdo The Books They're Based On

Abhishek Kapoor adeptly adapted Chetan Bhagat's novel in 'Kai Po Che!' (2013), utilizing the talents of Rajkummar Rao, Amit Sadh, and Sushant Singh Rajput

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The blockbuster pioneer, transformed Peter Benchley's novel into a suspenseful thriller under Steven Spielberg's direction

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It excels over the Chetan Bhagat novel, finding its strength in the cinematic format to present the story more effectively

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Adapted by Hossein Amini from James Sallis' book, became sharper, sleeker, and more brutal to meet the cinematic demands

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Adapted by Eric Roth, streamlined the source material for a more believable and enjoyable film

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Adapted from Harinder Sikka's novel, diverges from the source at times but adds emotional depth and spirit lacking in the book

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Coppola transforms Puzo's material with stellar performances from Brando, Pacino, Caan, and Cazale

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7 Movies That Outdo The Books They're Based On

Abhishek Kapoor adeptly adapted Chetan Bhagat's novel in 'Kai Po Che!' (2013), utilizing the talents of Rajkummar Rao, Amit Sadh, and Sushant Singh Rajput

Kai Po Che

The blockbuster pioneer, transformed Peter Benchley's novel into a suspenseful thriller under Steven Spielberg's direction

Jaws

It excels over the Chetan Bhagat novel, finding its strength in the cinematic format to present the story more effectively

2 States

Adapted by Hossein Amini from James Sallis' book, became sharper, sleeker, and more brutal to meet the cinematic demands

Drive

Adapted by Eric Roth, streamlined the source material for a more believable and enjoyable film

Forrest Gump

Adapted from Harinder Sikka's novel, diverges from the source at times but adds emotional depth and spirit lacking in the book

Raazi

Coppola transforms Puzo's material with stellar performances from Brando, Pacino, Caan, and Cazale

Godfather