Movie · 2019
Is Alita: Battle Angel based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Alita: Battle Angel is based on the manga Battle Angel Alita by Yukito Kishiro (1990).
The movie was released in 2019.
The manga behind Alita: Battle Angel
Battle Angel Alita
Manga by Yukito Kishiro · first published 1990 · cyberpunk, science fiction anime and manga, post-apocalyptic anime and manga
Common questions
Is Alita: Battle Angel based on a book?
Yes. Alita: Battle Angel is based on the manga Battle Angel Alita by Yukito Kishiro (1990).
Who wrote the book Alita: Battle Angel is based on?
Battle Angel Alita was written by Yukito Kishiro and first published in 1990.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Battle Angel Alita before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.