The 20 best movies of 2023 inspired by or based on books

The movie tells the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a scientist who played a role in the Manhattan Project, resulting in the development of the atomic bomb.

Barbie resides in Barbieland, a world of perfection, music, and vibrant colors. One day, she makes a bold decision to explore the real world. However, when the CEO of Mattel learns of her intentions, he will stop at nothing to prevent her from leaving Barbieland and return her to her packaging.

A family holiday takes a frightening twist when, in the dead of night, two strangers arrive seeking shelter from an escalating cyber-attack that grows increasingly terrifying. In this dire situation, each member of the family must step into their role in a crumbling world.

In 1920s Oklahoma, oil wealth fuels a wave of murders targeting the Osage Nation. Mollie, an Osage woman, joins forces with a young FBI agent to fight corruption and find justice for her people amidst a web of greed and betrayal. Based on a true story, the story was largely suppressed for nearly a century —until journalist David Grann published his book.

Based on the remarkable character in ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’, the movie tells the enchanting tale of how the world’s most exceptional inventor, magician, and chocolate-maker transformed into the beloved Willy Wonka we recognize today.

A girl and her parents are kidnapped while on vacation by armed strangers who demand that they make a decision to stop the end of the world.

Alex Claremont-Diaz and Britain’s Prince Henry, both possessing stunning good looks, undeniable charisma, and international popularity, share a total disdain for each other. Their feud remains unnoticed until a disastrous altercation at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, driving a potential wedge in U.S./British relations. In an attempt to control the damage, their families and handlers force the two rivals into a staged ‘truce.’

In a situation where Knight Ballister Boldheart is wrongly accused of a crime, Nimona emerges as the sole individual capable of aiding him in proving his innocence.

The film recounts the extraordinary real-life tale of athlete Diana Nyad. At 60 years old, with the assistance of her closest friend and coach, she makes a resolute commitment to fulfill her lifelong aspiration: an arduous 110-mile open ocean swim from Cuba to Florida.

Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz, along with his wife Hedwig, relentlessly work towards creating an idyllic life for their family in a house and garden located adjacent to the camp.

The actual account of a spiritual awakening that occurred across the country in the early 1970s and how it began among a group of young hippies in Southern California.

Biopic written and directed by Sofia Coppola following the life of Priscilla Presley, an actress who was married to Elvis Presley from 1967 to 1973 and with whom she had a daughter, Lisa Marie Presley. The film focuses on Priscilla as she learns to navigate a life of fame and controversies, being the young wife of the most famous singer of all time.