What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedWonder
R. J. Palacio · Book · 2013
If you loved Wonder, start with Wonder (2017) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Wonder across media.
If you loved Wonder, you are drawn to stories that celebrate the quiet strength found in embracing our unique differences.
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Adaptation
Wonder
Film · 2017
Films on the same thread
Paddington
Paul King · Film · 2014
Explores: Fish Out of Water, Cultural Misunderstanding, Finding Home.
Like the protagonist of Wonder, Paddington navigates a world that does not always understand him, proving that kindness and empathy are the most powerful tools for finding belonging.
Encanto
Byron Howard · Film · 2021
Explores: Family Dynamics, Intergenerational Trauma, Self-Discovery.
This story mirrors the emotional depth of Wonder by exploring how individuals within a complex family unit must learn to accept themselves and each other despite their differences.
The Wizard of Oz
Victor Fleming · Film · 1939
Shares a thread with Wonder: Friendship.
Much like the journey of Auggie in Wonder, Dorothy finds that her perceived weaknesses are actually the strengths she needs to connect with friends and come home.
Finding Nemo
Andrew Stanton · Film · 2003
Shares a thread with Wonder: Friendship.
Fans of Wonder will appreciate how this film treats disability with grace, showing how friendship and patience help characters overcome the challenges of living in an unforgiving world.
Series on the same thread
Candy Candy
Kyoko Mizuki · Series · 1976
Shares a thread with Wonder: Bullying.
This tale captures the same resilient spirit found in Wonder, following a young girl who faces bullying and hardship with a warm heart and an optimistic outlook.
Wednesday
Miles Millar · Series · 2022
Explores: Outsider Perspective, Coming-of-Age, Murder Investigation.
If you valued the outsider perspective in Wonder, you will be captivated by this story of a girl who refuses to conform while finding her own community.
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Moon Ji-won · Series · 2022
Shares 2 threads with Wonder: Acceptance, Friendship.
This drama echoes the central message of Wonder by portraying an extraordinary individual who navigates a world that often underestimates her, ultimately finding acceptance and genuine human connection.
Stranger Things
Ross Duffer · Series · 2016
Shares a thread with Wonder: Friendship.
This series explores the same themes of friendship and protective bonds found in Wonder, showing how a group of outsiders can become a family against all odds.
Podcasts on the same thread
We Can Do Hard Things
Treat Media and Glennon Doyle · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Vulnerability, Personal growth, Emotional support.
Just as Wonder encourages empathy and vulnerability, this podcast provides a comforting space for listeners to embrace the messy reality of the human experience with authentic support.
Scamanda
Lionsgate Sound · Podcast · 2025
While Wonder highlights the beauty of truth, this podcast serves as a complex counterpoint, exploring the hidden realities behind a public persona in a way that challenges perception.
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Common questions
What inspired R. J. Palacio to write Wonder?
R. J. Palacio wrote Wonder after an incident where her son reacted to seeing a girl with a severe facial difference. She attempted to remove her son from the situation to avoid upsetting the girl and her family, but her actions ended up worsening the situation.
When was the book Wonder first published?
The children's novel Wonder, written by R. J. Palacio, was first published on 14 February 2012.
Is there a movie adaptation of Wonder?
Yes, there is a movie adaptation of Wonder that was released in 2017. It is based on the 2013 book by R. J. Palacio, which tells the story of a young boy navigating life with a facial difference.
How does the Wonder movie compare to the source material?
The 2017 movie is a direct adaptation of the 2013 book Wonder by R. J. Palacio. While the book provides the original narrative regarding the author's inspiration and the protagonist's experiences, the film serves as the visual adaptation of that specific source material.