Movie · 1999
Is 10 Things I Hate About You based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. 10 Things I Hate About You is based on the play The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare (1623).
The movie was released in 1999.
The play behind 10 Things I Hate About You
The Taming of the Shrew
Play by William Shakespeare · first published 1623 · Shakespearean comedy
Other adaptations of The Taming of the Shrew
- The Taming of the Shrew (film, 1967)
- The Taming of the Shrew (film, 1908)
- The Taming of the Shrew (film, 1929)
Common questions
Is 10 Things I Hate About You based on a book?
Yes. 10 Things I Hate About You is based on the play The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare (1623).
Who wrote the book 10 Things I Hate About You is based on?
The Taming of the Shrew was written by William Shakespeare and first published in 1623.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Taming of the Shrew before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of William Shakespeare's books
- The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (film, 1998)
- Ran (film, 1985)
- Hamlet (film, 1948)
- Romeo + Juliet (film, 1996)
- She's the Man (film, 2006)
- Throne of Blood (film, 1957)