TV Shows That Became More Popular Than Their Original Books

Mansi Pareek
Feb 14, 2025

Some TV adaptations have outshined the books they were based on! Here are 7 major examples

Game of Thrones

Based on George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, the HBO series became a global phenomenon.

The Handmaid’s Tale

Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel found new relevance through Hulu’s intense adaptation.

The Witcher

While based on Andrzej Sapkowski’s novels, the Netflix show gained traction thanks to its action-packed storytelling.

Big Little Lies

Liane Moriarty’s book was expanded into an award-winning HBO drama with an all-star cast.

13 Reasons Why

The Netflix adaptation of Jay Asher’s novel sparked global conversations on mental health.

Daisy Jones & The Six

Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novel came to life with original music and compelling character arcs.

The 100

Kass Morgan’s book inspired a thrilling sci-fi series that took bold creative liberties.

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