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Movie · 2013

Is A Promise based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. A Promise is based on the book Journey into the Past by Stefan Zweig (1929).

The movie was released in 2013.

The book behind A Promise

Journey into the Past cover

Journey into the Past

by Stefan Zweig · first published 1929

1929 novel by Stefan Zweig.

Common questions

Is A Promise based on a book?

Yes. A Promise is based on the book Journey into the Past by Stefan Zweig (1929).

Who wrote the book A Promise is based on?

Journey into the Past was written by Stefan Zweig and first published in 1929.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Journey into the Past before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

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