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All the books by Jack Geasland adapted to cinema and television

Jack Geasland is known for being the author of the book Twins: Dead Ringers, first published in 1977, which was adapted to cinema by David Cronenberg in 1988.
Below, we present a ranked list, from best to worst, of 2 movies and TV series based on titles by Jack Geasland. 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.
Dead Ringers. Poster of the 1988 movie and cover of the 1977 book, Twins: Dead Ringers
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Twins: Dead Ringers
Bari Wood, Jack Geasland, 1977
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Dead Ringers
David Cronenberg, 1988

Elliot and Beverly Mantle are twins and gynecologists who jointly operate a highly successful clinical practice in Toronto that specializes in the treatment of female fertility problems. When Claire learns that Elliot has been taking sexual advantage of her by impersonating Beverly, she is angry and confronts them both in a bar, but later decides to continue a relationship with Beverly exclusively.

Dead Ringers. Poster of the 2023 TV series and cover of the 1977 book, Twins: Dead Ringers
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Twins: Dead Ringers
Bari Wood, Jack Geasland, 1977
TV series vs book
Dead Ringers
Sean Durkin, Lauren Wolkstein, 2023-

Dead Ringers follows the inseparable Mantle twins, owners of a prestigious gynecological clinic in Manhattan. Willing to advance their research in favor of women’s health, they implement a series of medical practices that border on illegality.