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All the books by Andrea Levy adapted to cinema and television, ranked

The works by Andrea Levy, known for titles such as Small Island or The Long Song, have been adapted several times to cinema and television.
Below, we present a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 movies and TV series based on titles by Andrea Levy. Revisit old favorites or discover hidden gems, whether books or film productions. We invite you to watch, read, and vote for any title, joining the debate of whether the book or the movie is better.
Small Island. Poster of the 2009 TV series and cover of the 2004 book
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Small Island
Andrea Levy, 2004
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Small Island
John Alexander, 2009

Andrea Levys award-winning novel is poignantly adapted in this exploration of the lives of two couples, one Jamaican and the other English, whose lives become intertwined in post-World War II Britain, during a crucial time in the relationship between the two countries. This story is filled with tender emotions, sparkling wit, and is about missed opportunities and missed connections, compassion, and the unshakable optimism in the face of insurmountable barriers.

The Long Song. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 2010 book
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The Long Song
Andrea Levy, 2010
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The Long Song
Mahalia Belo, 2018

Set in early-1830s Jamaica, this BBC adaptation of Andrea Levy’s novel depicts the story of sugar cane plantation slave July as she adapts to her new role as a house slave for the demanding Caroline Mortimer and the arrival of the progressive overseer Robert Goodwin. Their fates become entwined during the 1831 Christmas Rebellion and the subsequent years of societal change.