9 Movies That Are Better Than Their Book Counterparts

Love books? Love movies? Which do you like to read first? The book or the adaptation? Here are some of the most recent book-to-screen adaptations for you to enjoy.

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Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro star in this Martin Scorsese-directed film about the mysterious killings of members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma. It's a dark and suspenseful story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's based on David Grann's nonfiction book of the same name.

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

This delightful comedy stars Brie Larson as Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant but overlooked chemist who decides to take her talents to the airwaves in the 1960s. It's a fun and heartwarming story about finding your voice and standing up for what you believe in. This show is on Apple TV.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

This prequel to the Hunger Games trilogy takes us back to the days of the Second Dark Days when Snow was just a young man. It's a dark and suspenseful story that will give you a new perspective on the world of Panem.

Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam

This gripping drama stars Julia Roberts and Mahershala Ali as two families who are forced to evacuate their homes during a mysterious power outage. It's a timely and thought-provoking story about race, class, and the perils of technology. This film will be debuted

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

In present-day California, Eleanor Bennett’s death leaves behind a puzzling inheritance for her two children, Byron and Benny: a black cake, made from a family recipe with a long history, and a voice recording. As they unravel the secrets of the cake, they also learn more about their family story and identity. The show, on Hulu, focuses on two different timelines is a family drama wrapped in a murder mystery.

The Changeling by Victor Lavalle

This dark and suspenseful novel stars Kiele Sanchez as a mother who believes her son has been replaced by a changeling. It's a chilling story that will stay with you long after you've finished reading it. The book was made into a TV series by Apple TV.

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

This poignant coming-of-age story stars Max Pelayo and Reese Gonzales as two teenagers who form an unexpected bond during the summer of 1987. It's a tender and heartwarming story about friendship, love, and self-discovery. It was made into a film in 2023.

The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

This suspenseful thriller stars Ella Hunt as Nella Rogers, a young Black woman who is the only Black employee at a prestigious publishing house. When another Black woman is hired, Nella hopes to finally have a friend and ally. But things quickly take a dark turn when a series of unsettling events begin to unfold. The book was adapted into a series by Hulu.

Foe by Iain Reid

This psychological thriller is set in the near future and is about a married couple living on a remote farm whose lives are thrown into turmoil when a stranger arrives. Amazon MGM Studios turned this into a film Starring Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan.

All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

This beautiful novel tells the story of two young people from different worlds who are brought together by the horrors of World War II. It's a moving and unforgettable story about love, loss, and resilience. Netflix turned this into a mini-series.