Movie Archive > Based on Fiction Book/Short Story > 1940
Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies Released in 1940
This list shows all Based on Fiction Book/Short Story films released in 1940, including films that went direct-to-video, or only got an international theatrical release. For each film, we use the first date on which it was made available to the public, which might include international theatrical or domestic video releases that were a few days, or sometimes more, earlier than the domestic (US/Canada) theatrical release.
The revenue listed is the worldwide box office combined with the domestic home market revenue to date.
Domestic Analysis for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies for 1940
| Release Date | Movie | Genre | Release Type | Revenue to Date | Trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 9 | Pinocchio | Adventure | Theatrical | $84,300,000 | |
| March 21 | Rebecca | Thriller/Suspense | Theatrical | $6,002,370 | |
| July 26 | Pride and Prejudice | Drama | Theatrical | $0 | |
| October 12 | Chamber of Horrors | Horror | Theatrical | $71,944 | |
| November 1 | Escape | Thriller/Suspense | Theatrical | $0 | |
| November 8 | Arise, My Love | Romantic Comedy | Theatrical | $0 | |