Movie · 1978
Is An Enemy of the People based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. An Enemy of the People is based on the play An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen (1882).
The movie was released in 1978.
The play behind An Enemy of the People
An Enemy of the People
Play by Henrik Ibsen · first published 1882
Play in five acts written by Henrik Ibsen from 1882.
Other adaptations of An Enemy of the People
- An Enemy of the People (film, 1990)
Common questions
Is An Enemy of the People based on a book?
Yes. An Enemy of the People is based on the play An Enemy of the People by Henrik Ibsen (1882).
Who wrote the book An Enemy of the People is based on?
An Enemy of the People was written by Henrik Ibsen and first published in 1882.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read An Enemy of the People 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 Henrik Ibsen's books
- Hedda (film, 2025)
- Hedda (film, 1975)
- A Man There Was (film, 1917)
- A Doll's House (film, 1922)