16 Oscar-nominated films that came from books

Sixteen of this year's Oscar nominees are movies that began as books.

7. 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy'

By Jack English/HONS/Focus Features/AP

The classic 1974 Cold War thriller by John le Carré was the basis for the movie version of "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy." The film has been nominated for Best Actor (Gary Oldman); Best Original Score; and Best Adapted Screenplay.

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