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The Dirt adaptations: books & films
Every version of The Dirt — the books & films, compared across media.
The Dirt is the no-holds-barred story of Mötley Crüe — the rise of the world's most notorious rock band from the Sunset Strip club scene to superstardom. That raw, outrageous story began as the band's own autobiography and has since crossed into film, giving the same wild history two distinct forms: the unfiltered memoir and a dramatic retelling on screen.
The Dirt films
The Dirt books
Frequently asked
Is The Dirt based on a book?
Yes — The Dirt originated as Mötley Crüe's own autobiography, a first-person account of the band's notoriously wild history. The 2026 film adapts that same story for the screen.
How many versions of The Dirt are there?
There are two versions covered here: the original autobiography The Dirt and the 2026 dramatic film The Dirt, both telling the story of Mötley Crüe's rise to fame.
Should I read the book or watch the film first?
The book The Dirt is the band's own unfiltered account; the 2026 film The Dirt is a dramatic retelling. Either works as a starting point depending on whether you prefer reading or watching.