6 Great Book Adaptations on Netflix That Honour the Source

Some stories just feel right on screen. It’s satisfying when a film understands the heart of the book it's based on, rather than just checking plot points. These are the kinds of dramas that draw you into thoughtful character studies and nuanced emotional landscapes. You can find a few of these thoughtful adaptations streaming on Netflix in the US. Here are some that capture that literary spirit.

  1. 12 Years a Slave (2013)
  2. Lion (2016)
  3. Wonder (2017)
  4. Blue Is the Warmest Colour (2013)
  5. Mudbound (2017)
  6. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019)