Movies based on books can rarely compare with their literary counterparts, but this is a list of some that are actually really good. These are ones that manage to capture the essence of the novels they're based on and follow them relatively well. Note: not necessarily in this order.
Bridge to Terabithia
I haven't seen this one in a while, but it's a very good movie that utilizes visual capabilities to really bring the book to life.
Harry Potter movies
They took way too much out, and aren't nearly as good as the books, but the books are so good that it's really not fair to judge. They captured the most important themes in the novels (which are amazing), so they make the list (also, they've got a great cast).
A Wrinkle in Time (2018)
Notice the 2018: I'm talking about the newer one, not the TV movie from 2003. This movie honestly has much more merit than its mixed reviews imply. It's visually stunning and heartwarming. Again, there were some parts taken out, but the movie works out extremely well nonetheless.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory/Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
The first one is a family classic. It brings to life all the characters in a charming way and creatively converts the novel into a sort of musical. I could go on, but you've probably seen it. The second is good in its own right, answering the question that must have kept people up at night before it hit theaters: what would Tim Burton's take on a Roald Dahl book be like? Well, here's your answer.
The Wizard of Oz
Arguably, this one is better than the book. You've probably seen it, too, though, so I won't go on for too long about it. Interesting tidbit of information: the director was also the director of Gone with the Wind, which came out the same year! He even had to take some time off for exhaustion. And you thought you had a busy/exciting year...
Tell me some more in the comments! I'd put some superhero movies in, but I haven't read the comics and I'm sort of only counting novels here. See my list The Worst Movies Based on Books, to be published soon.
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