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based off a novel vs based on a novel

Both 'based off a novel' and 'based on a novel' are commonly used phrases, but 'based on a novel' is more widely accepted and preferred in formal writing. 'Based off a novel' is considered more informal and colloquial.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

based off a novel

This phrase is considered informal and colloquial, but it is commonly used in spoken English.

This phrase is often used in casual conversations or informal writing to indicate that a movie, TV show, or other work is derived from a novel.

Examples:

The movie was based off a novel by a famous author.
The TV series is based off a novel that I read last year.

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When I found out that it was based off a novel and that the author of the novel helped make the movie, I knew I had to read it. Sadly I found the book not as ...
I found out the movie was based off a novel and as soon as I was able to scrounge my pennies, bought a copy. I wasn't disappointed in my investment. The book ...
Dec 12, 2015 ... [–]TheOneWhoSeeks 1 point2 points3 points 2 months ago (1 child). Legend of Arslan is based off a novel if I remember correctly. permalink ...
I found out the movie was based off a novel and as soon as I was able to scrounge my pennies, bought a copy. I wasn't disappointed in my investment. The book ...

Alternatives:

adapted from a novel
taken from a novel
inspired by a novel
derived from a novel
based upon a novel

based on a novel

This phrase is widely accepted and preferred in formal writing.

This phrase is the more formal and standard way to indicate that a movie, TV show, or other work is derived from a novel.

Examples:

The film was based on a novel that won a Pulitzer Prize.
The play is based on a novel written in the 19th century.

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If a film is based on a novel, the original novel is generally reissued with a cover based on the film's poster. If a film company which holds the rights for a film ...
Not only were all the various Bens Hur based on a novel of the same name, said novel was the best selling American novel of all time, at least until Gone With ...
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Jan 20, 2015 ... The movie is not based on a novel, but the story is the same as that of an episode of the British series 'Armchair Theatre' called 'The Others'.

Alternatives:

adapted from a novel
taken from a novel
inspired by a novel
derived from a novel
based upon a novel

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