H is for Horror Novels Made into Films

We all know that when a book is made into a movie, the book is usually better. This goes for most adaptations, even the good ones. The Lord of the Rings series were great films…the books were better. The Harry Potter films were awesome…the books were outstanding. And on it goes. Was it the same for these Horror films based on popular novels?

 

The Exorcist: Novel by William Peter Blatty.

Film Directed by: William Friedkin.

Dracula: Novel by Braum Stoker

Film directed by: Francis Ford Coppola (There are many versions. I just picked one of my favorites.)

The Shining: Novel by Stephen King

Film directed by: Stanley Kubrick

The Amityville Horror: Novel by Jay Anson

Directed by: Stuart Rosenberg (1979 version)

Silence of the Lambs: Novel by Thomas Harris

Directed by: Jonathan Demme

  

I’m sure I’ve missed a ton, but vote for your favorite horror adaptation from this list. I’m planning to have a Horror Film Party some time soon, so tell me if your favorite isn’t on the list so I can add it to mine. By the way, you’re all invited!