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The War of the Worlds (1953): Film vs Book
Film · 1953 · Directed by Byron Haskin · Starring Gene Barry, Ann Robinson
About the film
A Martian invasion in the American Cold War era.
How close is it to the book?
Loosely based on the bookThe setting moves from England to California and the story is updated.
Read or watch first?
The book is a classic of science fiction, told with cool detail.
What the book gives you
The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells
The thrill of an unforgettable alien arrival, seen through one ordinary person's eyes. A foundation of modern science fiction that still grips.
Who will like it: Readers who like a classic invasion story told with vivid, cinematic scenes.