Movies Adapted from Novels That Ended up Being Better Than the Book

The Godfather (1972)

Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation of Mario Puzo’s 1969 novel The Godfather is widely regarded as one of the greatest films in history. The novel is entertaining, but Coppola took some creative licenses—such as exploring the history of Don Corleone (Marlon Brando) in The Godfather Part II. This allowed The Godfather to streamline Puzo’s narrative, making it a true piece de resistance.

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