Movie · 1985 · CBS
Is Alice in Wonderland based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Alice in Wonderland is based on the works Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (1865) and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll (1871).
The movie was released in 1985 on CBS.
The book behind Alice in Wonderland
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
by Lewis Carroll · first published 1865 · fairy tale, literary nonsense, children's fiction
1865 children's novel by Lewis Carroll.
Through the Looking-Glass
by Lewis Carroll · first published 1871 · fantasy
1871 children's novel by Lewis Carroll.
Other adaptations of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 1951)
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 2010)
- Alice in Wonderland (TV, 1999)
- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (film, 1972)
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 1933)
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 1915)
Common questions
Is Alice in Wonderland based on a book?
Yes. Alice in Wonderland is based on the works Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll (1865) and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll (1871).
Who wrote the book Alice in Wonderland is based on?
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was written by Lewis Carroll and first published in 1865.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Alice's Adventures in Wonderland 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 Lewis Carroll's books
- Alice Through the Looking Glass (film, 2016)
- Jabberwocky (film, 1977)
- Alice (film, 1988)
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 1976)
- Alice or the Last Escapade (film, 1977)
- Alice in Wonderland (film, 1981)