1. On the Road (1957)
- Adapted by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Sam Riley, Kristen Stewart, and Garrett Hedlund.
- The film follows the adventures of Sal Paradise (Kerouac's alter ego) as he travels across America with his friend Dean Moriarty (Neal Cassady).
2. The Dharma Bums (1962)
- Adapted by Richard Rush and starring Marlon Brando, David Carradine, and Harry Dean Stanton.
- The film tells the story of Ray Smith (Kerouac), a young man who leaves his comfortable life in San Francisco to pursue spiritual enlightenment through Zen Buddhism.
3. Big Sur (2013)
- Adapted by Michael Polish and starring Jean-Marc Barr, Kate Bosworth, and Anthony Edwards.
- The film follows Kerouac's struggles with alcohol and mental illness during his stay in Big Sur, California.
4. Kill Your Darlings (2013)
- While not a direct adaptation of a Kerouac novel, this film is inspired by his early life and friendship with Allen Ginsberg.
- The movie explores Kerouac's formative experiences and the development of the Beat Generation.
These are just a few examples of Jack Kerouac's works that have been turned into movies. His stories continue to inspire filmmakers and resonate with audiences around the world.