Oftentimes, after finishing a good book, you want to find something similar to watch during your free time. However, sometimes, that can be difficult as many movies don’t match the vibe you are looking for. In this article, there will be different movies you can watch after finishing a book you enjoyed.
To begin, if you like “Murder on the Orient Express” or any other book by Agatha Christie, “Knives Out” and “Knives Out Glass Onion” are great movies to watch. Both of these movies are mysteries, with a famous detective, Benoit Blanc, taking on the case.
They both involve many suspects and reveal motives for each person, allowing it to be difficult to decide who is responsible for the murder(s). They are thrilling to watch and allow the viewers to debate what really happened. This is similar to Agatha Christie’s novels as they also involve many characters and keep readers guessing until the detective reveals what really happened at the end.
Another book that is popular and leaves readers wanting more is “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. A movie that includes similar ideas as this book is “The Maze Runner.” Both of these stories are of the dystopian genre and involve young protagonists fighting against a corrupt system.
They present the protagonists trying to survive a deadly competition, or in the Maze Runner’s case, a deadly maze with traps and creatures. They both allow viewers/readers to see the strength of communities brought together and how they can completely change the fate of their worlds. “The Maze Runner” is an exciting movie that will have you on the edge of your seat to see what happens next and allow you to engage your inner rebel.
If you are more into old romance novels like “Jane Eyre,” a good movie to watch is “Pride and Prejudice.” Both of these stories are set in the 19th century and are romantic dramas. They follow the narrative of independent female leads who are intelligent and resilient as they try to navigate the social world. “Pride and Prejudice” is about two females, Elizabeth and Jane Bennet, as they both fall in love and try to understand the social expectations that they must follow.
Elizabeth’s tale is very engaging to watch as, at first, she despises the man she will eventually fall in love with because of different misunderstandings when they meet. It never gets old to see how their relationship slowly changes throughout the movie and see how they eventually understand each other. This movie is a must-watch if you enjoyed “Jane Eyre” or any other old romance novel.
One of my favorite series is “Harry Potter,” and while there are so many books to read, it leaves you craving for more magic and adventure once you finish. A great movie to watch after you finish this series is The Lord of the Rings. While it may not have the same type of magic as “Harry Potter,” it is filled with wizards, elves, hobbits and more. It is full of trials and quests and follows the story of a hobbit named Frodo who tries to save his world from a dark lord (see the connection?).
Frodo must go with his closest friend, Sam, to try to destroy a ring that would allow the dark lord to rise back to power. However, he has already gained some of his power back, and followers work to help bring him back to full strength, so the journey won’t be easy. Both “Harry Potter” and “The Lord of the Rings” are filled with magical elements, good vs. evil, epic battles and outstanding adventures.
“The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” stands out from others with its setting in Hollywood and the sacrifices the main character must make. “La La Land” also explores these same ideas by following two artists who are trying to start a career in Los Angeles. The two main characters meet each other in LA and slowly fall in love.
They share their dreams and passions with each other as they both struggle to stay afloat as their careers aren’t taking off like they expected. The main characters must decide if they will follow their love for each other or their dreams, as it seems that maybe they can’t have both. These stories both explore the idea of love but also the loss that may come with that love.
There are many other good books with movies you can enjoy, so here is a quick list of more suggestions. If you enjoyed “Circe” by Madeline Miller, “Wonder Woman” is a great movie to watch as they both involve strong female characters and mythological elements. “Gone Girl” is a great movie to watch if you enjoyed “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides, as they are both psychological thrillers with intense tension, twists and unreliable narrators.
If “Shatter Me” by Tahereh Mafi is one of your favorites, explore more of the dystopian genre with “Divergent.” If you enjoyed “Misery” by Stephan King, you can’t go wrong with more horror like “The Shining” movie. “The Handmaid’s Tale” is best followed by “1984,” as they both explore societies where the government strives to have complete control over the population. If none of these movies interest you, a quick Google search will allow you to find movies to watch based on books you enjoyed!