Fans have been wondering if White Bird is related to Wonder, the 2017 film based on the work of RJ Palacio. A prequel and sequel, White Bird shifts the focus from Auggie Pullman, a boy with Treacher Collins syndrome, to Julian, his former bully. Sent away because of his treatment of Auggie, Julian begins a journey of redemption, guided along the way by stories of his grandmother's bravery during Nazi-occupied France.

Here's Everything You Need to Know About White Bird Related to Wonder & Auggie

White Bird acts as a bridge between the past and the present, and is directly connected to Wonder. Wonder follows Auggie Pullman, a 10-year-old boy who is bullied for his appearance. Julian, a wealthy student, is one of Auggie’s biggest bullies and is eventually expelled from school for his treatment of Auggie. White Bird picks up after these events and focuses on Julian’s personal growth. The film also takes viewers back to the World War II era, where Julian’s grandmother Sara (played by Helen Mirren) recounts her experiences surviving in Nazi-occupied France.

Julian's grandmother's story of her courage growing up parallels Julian's struggle to come to terms with his past actions. Through her experiences, she helps him understand the importance of kindness, resilience, and moral courage, which connects White Bird to the message of compassion seen in Wonder.