The Metamorphosis in popular culture explained

The Metamorphosis (German: Die Verwandlung) is a novella by Franz Kafka published in 1915. One of Kafka's best-known works, The Metamorphosis tells the story of salesman Gregor Samsa, who wakes one morning to find himself inexplicably transformed into a huge insect and struggles to adjust to his new condition. The novella has been recreated, referenced, or parodied in various popular culture media.

Film

There are numerous film versions of the story, including:

Print

Stage, opera, and ballet

Music

Radio

Video games

Comics

Television

Trivia

Satire

Notes and References

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