5 Movie Adaptations That Are Better Than the Books

I'm sorry, but it's true; sometimes a book gets adapted for the big screen and the movie ends up being way better than the book ever was. It pains me to say it, but it happens. So, here are five movies that are better than their original books. All of these are well worth the watch, but you should still read the books first if you can - everyone's different!

The DUFF

If you've read my review of The DUFF, it'll be no surprise to you that I thought the book was a bit... meh. Luckily, the movie was funnier, wittier and far more enjoyable for me. In fact, I'd say it's on the same level as Mean Girls, and that's one of my favourite films! The plot differed a lot to that of the book, but I saw it as a good thing and I'd happily watch this time and time again.

I actually have the DVD to give away to one of you later in this post! And if you'd rather just buy it, the DVD is out today and also available to download. It's definitely worth the watch.

The Fault in Our Stars

...Yeah. There, I said it, I thought the film was better than the book. I love John Green's work, mostly, but I've always found it difficult to imagine the characters because they're always teenagers who spout profound sayings and quote entire passages from old books. And, really... who does that? The film, to me, made it seem much more realistic and it was also a lot more emotional. Plus, Shailene and Ansel are great actors.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

This is my least favourite Harry Potter book. I wonder if anyone else feels the same? It didn't grab me at all, and I remember being bored a lot of the time. The film, however, was excellent, just like all the others. *lovingly strokes box set*

Alice in Wonderland

I know, I know... such a classic, and yet I've never enjoyed the book, despite having read it more than once over the years. Please don't hate me. The Tim Burton adaptation is magical, though, isn't it?

The Chronicles of Narnia

Well, if you didn't hate me before, you definitely do now. Honestly, I was given the box set of these books years ago and, whilst I loved the first one, I wasn't a massive fan of the others. I might give them another go at some point, but for now I much prefer the films.

Now, about The DUFF... do you want the DVD? Of course you do, and if you're a UK resident then you're in luck because I have one to give away! Good luck. :)

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Is there a movie adaptation you prefer to the book it's based on?