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

The Lord of the Rings (2001–2003)

J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels can be a bit cumbersome to navigate, which is why Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the most effective film adaptations to date. Jackson pares down the plot without sacrificing its artistry. Even though some superfans may not like a few of the changes, the writers worked diligently to determine what would be cut versus what they felt was integral to the storyline.

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