Hamilton. Poster of the 2020 movie and cover of the 2015 book, Hamilton: The Revolution
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Hamilton: The Revolution
Lin-Manuel Miranda, 2015
movie vs book
Thomas Kail, 2020

Divided in two acts, the musical depicts the life and career of Alexander Hamilton, an orphaned immigrant from the Caribbean island of Nevis. The first act covers Hamilton’s arrival in New York City in 1776, his work in the Continental Army as an aide-de-camp to General George Washington during the American Revolution, and his courtship and marriage to Eliza Schuyler.


Hamilton. Poster of the 2020 movie and cover of the 2004 book, Alexander Hamilton
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Alexander Hamilton
Ron Chernow, 2004
movie vs book
Thomas Kail, 2020

Divided in two acts, the musical depicts the life and career of Alexander Hamilton, an orphaned immigrant from the Caribbean island of Nevis. The first act covers Hamilton’s arrival in New York City in 1776, his work in the Continental Army as an aide-de-camp to General George Washington during the American Revolution, and his courtship and marriage to Eliza Schuyler.


We Were the Lucky Ones. Poster of the 2024 TV series and cover of the 2017 book
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We Were the Lucky Ones
Georgia Hunter, 2017
TV series vs book
Thomas Kail, Amit Gupta, Neasa Hardiman, 2024-

Based on the remarkable true story of a Jewish family torn apart at the beginning of World War II, the series chronicles their journey across continents as they strive to survive and find each other again. It showcases the resilience of the human spirit amidst the darkest period of the twentieth century. Ultimately, the series serves as a tribute to the power of hope and love in overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds.


Fosse/Verdon. Poster of the 2019 TV series and cover of the 2013 book, Fosse
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Fosse
Sam Wasson, 2013
TV series vs book
Thomas Kail, Steven Levenson, 2019

The story of the romantic and creative partnership between Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. Fosse was a filmmaker and one of theater’s most influential choreographers and directors. Verdon was a critically acclaimed actress and Broadway dancer who won 4 Tony Awards. The story of the entire series unfolds through back-and-forth flashes of the couple’s relationship through the years.