Movie · 1935
Is A Tale of Two Cities based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. A Tale of Two Cities is based on the book A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (1859).
The movie was released in 1935.
The book behind A Tale of Two Cities
A Tale of Two Cities
by Charles Dickens · first published 1859 · social fiction, historical fiction
1859 novel by Charles Dickens.
Other adaptations of A Tale of Two Cities
- A Tale of Two Cities (film, 1958)
- A Tale of Two Cities (film, 1911)
- A Tale of Two Cities (film, 1917)
- A Tale of Two Cities (TV, 2026)
Common questions
Is A Tale of Two Cities based on a book?
Yes. A Tale of Two Cities is based on the book A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (1859).
Who wrote the book A Tale of Two Cities is based on?
A Tale of Two Cities was written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1859.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read A Tale of Two Cities 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 Charles Dickens's books
- Oliver & Company (film, 1988)
- Oliver! (film, 1968)
- A Christmas Carol (film, 2009)
- Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (film, 2009)
- Great Expectations (film, 1946)
- Great Expectations (film, 1998)