Book · 1955 · short novel
Karlsson-on-the-Roof by Astrid Lindgren: every movie adaptation
Quick answer
Karlsson-on-the-Roof by Astrid Lindgren (1955) has been adapted into 2 movies: Junior and Karlsson (1968), Karlsson på taket (2002).
It is book 1 of the Karlsson-on-the-Roof series.
About Karlsson-on-the-Roof
Karlsson-on-the-Roof is a book by Astrid Lindgren, first published in 1955 (original language: Swedish). It is book 1 in the Karlsson-on-the-Roof series, which has 2 books on record. Genre: short novel. The first screen adaptation was Junior and Karlsson in 1968; the most recent released one is Karlsson på taket (2002).
1955 children's book by Astrid Lindgren.
Every adaptation of Karlsson-on-the-Roof
Junior and Karlsson
Movie · 1968 · Soviet Union · directed by Boris Stepantsev
1968 animated film by Boris Stepantsev.
Karlsson på taket
Movie · 2002 · Sweden · directed by Vibeke Idsøe and Maria Bolme
2002 film by Vibeke Idsøe.
Karlsson-on-the-Roof: books in order
- Karlsson-on-the-Roof (1955)
- Karlsson Flies Again (1962)
- Karlsson is Sneaking Around Again (1968)
More Astrid Lindgren books on screen
- Ronja, the Robber's Daughter (1981) · 3 adaptations
- The Brothers Lionheart (1973) · 1 adaptation
- Mio, My Son (1954) · 1 adaptation
- Pippi Longstocking (1945) · 3 adaptations
- Pippi in the South Seas (1948) · 1 adaptation
- Karlsson Flies Again (1962) · 1 adaptation
Common questions
Has Karlsson-on-the-Roof been made into a movie?
Yes. Karlsson-on-the-Roof by Astrid Lindgren (1955) has been adapted into 2 movies: Junior and Karlsson (1968), Karlsson på taket (2002).
Who wrote Karlsson-on-the-Roof?
Karlsson-on-the-Roof was written by Astrid Lindgren and first published in 1955.
How many adaptations of Karlsson-on-the-Roof are there?
We list 2 screen adaptations: 2 movies.
Is a new Karlsson-on-the-Roof adaptation coming?
No new adaptation date is on record yet. The latest released adaptation is Karlsson på taket (2002).
Is Karlsson-on-the-Roof part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 of the Karlsson-on-the-Roof series; it is the first book, so start here.
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