‘The Woman in Cabin 10’: Movie vs. Book Differences

Comparison of 'The Woman in Cabin 10' Movie and Book

Ruth Ware's 2016 thriller novel 'The Woman in Cabin 10' has been adapted into a 2025 Netflix movie. The story follows Lo Blacklock, a journalist played by Keira Knightley, who embarks on a luxury yacht trip with a wealthy couple, Richard Bullmer and Anne Lyngstad.

The plot takes a dark turn when Lo witnesses a person falling over the side of the yacht and discovers blood on the divider between her balcony and cabin 10. However, when she reports the incident, no one believes her as cabin 10 was supposedly empty and no passengers are missing.

While the book and movie share the same initial plot, significant differences emerge, particularly in Lo's workplace and the ending.

The book and movie have distinct variations, from Lo's job to the entire conclusion.

Author's summary: A thrilling comparison of book and movie.

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