S2:E11 - The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947, 2013 Films)

In this week's episode of Based on a Book, we slip into the daydreams of the one and only Walter Mitty. Join us as we explore the evolution of James Thurber’s iconic short story—from the imaginative original, to the 1947 Danny Kaye comedy, to the visually stunning 2013 film starring Ben Stiller.

Hosted by Crystal with co-hosts Keri and Lindsey.

Books & Adaptations Mentioned:

• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty by James Thurber
• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947 Film)
• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013 Film)

Question of the Episode:

• When you find yourself daydreaming or zoning out, where do you go?

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introductions

(1:10) Overall Experience ratings

(4:00) Short Story Breakdown

(10:55) 1947 Film Breakdown

(20:43) 2013 Film Breakdown

(49:30) Final Verdicts

(52:32) Question of the Episode